South Korea Public Holidays 2026
The full 2026 public holiday calendar for South Korea: exact dates, weekdays, and the long weekends worth booking a trip around.
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This is the complete South Korea public holiday calendar for 2026. South Korea has 18 public holidays in 2026, including 10 long weekends: public holidays that fall on a Monday or Friday, perfect for a short trip. Every date below shows the day of the week so you can plan around it.
Frequently asked questions
What are the public holidays in South Korea in 2026?
South Korea has 18 public holidays in 2026. The first is New Year's Day on Thursday, 1 January 2026. The calendar above lists every date, grouped by month with the day of the week.
How many long weekends does South Korea have in 2026?
South Korea has 10 long weekends in 2026 in this view: public holidays that land on a Monday or Friday. Tap “Long weekends only” to see just those dates.
When is the next public holiday in South Korea?
The first 2026 public holiday in South Korea is New Year's Day on Thursday, 1 January 2026. The full month-by-month calendar is shown above.