Quick Facts
🇰🇷South Korea
Oct 3
Commemorates the legendary founding of the nation, celebrating its origins, heritage, and enduring identity.
National Foundation Day 2026
October 3, 2026🇰🇷 South KoreaPublic Holiday
About National Foundation Day
Commemorates the legendary founding of the nation, celebrating its origins, heritage, and enduring identity.
Key Details
Date
October 3, 2026
Type
Public Holiday
Gazetted
Yes
Country
🇰🇷 South Korea
Related Events in South Korea
Oct 3
National Foundation Day(Public Holiday)
Oct 9
Hangul Day(Public Holiday)
Oct 9
Hangul Day(Public Holiday)
Oct 4–Oct 6
Chuseok (Mid-Autumn)(Public Holiday)
Plan Your Time Off
Long weekends near this holiday — maximize your days off.
추석
24–27 September 2026
4 days off
한글날
9–11 October 2026
3 days off
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is National Foundation Day 2026?
- National Foundation Day 2026 is October 3, 2026 in South Korea.
- Is National Foundation Day a public holiday in South Korea?
- Yes, National Foundation Day is an official public holiday in South Korea. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- How many days is National Foundation Day 2026?
- National Foundation Day 2026 lasts 1 day(s), from October 3, 2026.
