Holidays in South Korea for 2016

Discover the official list of public, bank, and religious holidays in South Korea for 2016. Use this comprehensive guide to stay informed about important dates and observances across the country.

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DateWeekdayNameNotes
February 7thSunday

Korean New Year's Eve

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February 8thMonday

Korean New Year's Day

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February 9thTuesday

Second Day of the Korean New Year

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March 1stTuesday

Independence Movement Day

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April 5thTuesday

Arbor Day

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April 13thWednesday

National Assembly Election Day

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May 8thSunday

Parents' Day

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May 15thSunday

Teachers' Day

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June 6thMonday

Memorial Day

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July 17thSunday

Constitution Day

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September 14thWednesday

Chuseok Eve

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September 15thThursday

Chuseok

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September 16thFriday

Second Day of Chuseok

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October 1stSaturday

Armed Forces Day

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October 3rdMonday

National Foundation Day

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October 9thSunday

Korean Alphabet Day

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Holiday data for far-reaching years is subject to change due to laws and government decrees.

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