Holidays in South Korea for 2018

Discover the official list of public, bank, and religious holidays in South Korea for 2018. Use this comprehensive guide to stay informed about important dates and observances across the country.

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DateWeekdayNameNotes
February 15thThursday

Korean New Year's Eve

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February 16thFriday

Korean New Year's Day

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February 17thSaturday

Second Day of the Korean New Year

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March 1stThursday

Independence Movement Day

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April 5thThursday

Arbor Day

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May 8thTuesday

Parents' Day

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May 15thTuesday

Teachers' Day

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June 6thWednesday

Memorial Day

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July 17thTuesday

Constitution Day

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September 23rdSunday

Chuseok Eve

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September 24thMonday

Chuseok

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September 25thTuesday

Second Day of Chuseok

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October 1stMonday

Armed Forces Day

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October 3rdWednesday

National Foundation Day

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October 9thTuesday

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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