Chuseok (Mid-Autumn)
Public HolidayMajor
추석
Details
- Country
South Korea- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- October 2026
Business Impact
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
Notes
A traditional harvest and thanksgiving festival celebrated under the autumn full moon, marked by family reunions, ancestral rites, and seasonal feasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Chuseok (Mid-Autumn) a public holiday in South Korea?
- Yes, Chuseok (Mid-Autumn) is an official public holiday in South Korea. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Chuseok (Mid-Autumn) 2026?
- Chuseok (Mid-Autumn) 2026 falls on October 4, 2026 – October 6, 2026.
- What is Chuseok (Mid-Autumn) called locally in South Korea?
- Chuseok (Mid-Autumn) is locally known as "추석" in South Korea.
