Independence Movement Day
Public HolidayMajor
삼일절
Details
- Country
South Korea- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- March 2026
Business Impact
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
Notes
Commemorates a popular uprising and nonviolent movement against colonial rule that became a symbol of the nation's struggle for independence.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Independence Movement Day a public holiday in South Korea?
- Yes, Independence Movement Day is an official public holiday in South Korea. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Independence Movement Day 2026?
- Independence Movement Day 2026 falls on March 1, 2026.
- What is Independence Movement Day called locally in South Korea?
- Independence Movement Day is locally known as "삼일절" in South Korea.
