South Korea Public Holidays 2025
South Korea observes 11 national public holidays in 2025. Holidays run from 신정 in January through to 기독탄신일 at the end of the year. Of these, 2 land on a weekend, which is worth checking if you are counting on days off from work.
| Holiday | Date | Weekday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 신정 | January 1, 2025 | Wednesday | Public holiday |
| 설날 | January 29, 2025 | Wednesday | Public holiday |
| 3·1절 | March 1, 2025 | SaturdayWeekend | Public holiday |
| 어린이날 | May 5, 2025 | Monday | Public holiday |
| 석가탄신일 | May 5, 2025 | Monday | Public holiday |
| 현충일 | June 6, 2025 | Friday | Public holiday |
| 광복절 | August 15, 2025 | Friday | Public holiday |
| 개천절 | October 3, 2025 | Friday | Public holiday |
| 추석 | October 5, 2025 | SundayWeekend | Public holiday |
| 한글날 | October 9, 2025 | Thursday | Public holiday |
| 기독탄신일 | December 25, 2025 | Thursday | Public holiday |
Expect the most closures around October (3 holidays), so schedule deliveries and appointments with that in mind. Below you will find the full 2025 list for South Korea, sorted by date, with the weekday marked for quick planning. We track national holidays only, leaving out regional variations, so the list stays consistent and easy to compare with other countries.
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does South Korea have in 2025?
South Korea has 11 national public holidays in 2025. The first is 신정 on January 1, 2025 and the last is 기독탄신일 on December 25, 2025.
What is the first public holiday of 2025 in South Korea?
The first public holiday of 2025 is 신정, which falls on January 1, 2025, a Wednesday.
What is the last public holiday of 2025 in South Korea?
The final national public holiday of 2025 is 기독탄신일 on December 25, 2025, a Thursday.
Are regional holidays included for South Korea?
No. This calendar lists national public holidays only. State, provincial and regional holidays that apply to just part of South Korea are not included, which keeps the list consistent across countries.
Other years for South Korea
Planning further ahead or looking back? Compare the South Korea public holiday calendar across years: