Liberation Day
Public HolidayMajor
광복절
Details
- Country
South Korea- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- August 2026
Business Impact
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
Notes
Commemorates a nation's liberation from foreign occupation or oppressive rule, celebrated with remembrance ceremonies and patriotic events.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Liberation Day a public holiday in South Korea?
- Yes, Liberation Day is an official public holiday in South Korea. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Liberation Day 2026?
- Liberation Day 2026 falls on August 15, 2026.
- What is Liberation Day called locally in South Korea?
- Liberation Day is locally known as "광복절" in South Korea.