How many public holidays does North Korea have in 2026?

North Korea has 20 public holidays in 2026, with a total of 20 holidays, festivals, and observances throughout the year.

What are the main public holidays in North Korea?

The main events in North Korea include Military Foundation Day, Day of the Strategic Forces, International Workers' Day, Missile Industry Day, Tree Planting Day.

When is the next holiday in North Korea?

The next upcoming holiday in North Korea is Liberation Day on Saturday, August 15, 2026.

Is there a complete national calendar for North Korea 2026?

Yes, this page provides the complete North Korea 2026 national calendar with 20 holidays, festivals, and observances.

When are the collective leave days in North Korea for 2026?

Collective leave dates in North Korea for 2026 are set by the government. See the public holidays table above for the complete list.

🇰🇵 North Korea — 2026 Calendar

20 events

Upcoming Public Holidays

Sat, Aug 15Liberation Day
Tue, Aug 25Day of Songun
Fri, Aug 28Youth Day
Wed, Sep 9Day of the Foundation of the Republic
Sat, Oct 10Party Foundation Day
Mon, Nov 16Mother's Day

Military Foundation Day

Sunday, Sun, Feb 8

Public Holiday

Day of the Strategic Forces

Friday, Fri, Jul 3

Public Holiday

International Workers' Day

Friday, Fri, May 1

Public Holiday

Missile Industry Day

Wednesday, Wed, Nov 18

Public Holiday

Tree Planting Day

Monday, Mon, Mar 2

Public Holiday

North Korea has 20 holidays, festivals, and observances in 2026. Browse the complete calendar below.

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🇰🇵 Frequently Asked Questions — North Korea Holidays 2026

How many public holidays does North Korea have in 2026?: North Korea has 20 public holidays in 2026, with a total of 20 holidays, festivals, and observances throughout the year.
What are the main public holidays in North Korea?: The main events in North Korea include Military Foundation Day, Day of the Strategic Forces, International Workers' Day, Missile Industry Day, Tree Planting Day.
When is the next holiday in North Korea?: The next upcoming holiday in North Korea is Liberation Day on Saturday, August 15, 2026.
Is there a complete national calendar for North Korea 2026?: Yes, this page provides the complete North Korea 2026 national calendar with 20 holidays, festivals, and observances.
When are the collective leave days in North Korea for 2026?: Collective leave dates in North Korea for 2026 are set by the government. See the public holidays table above for the complete list.

Holiday data for North Korea is sourced from official government gazettes and verified against multiple public sources.