National Holidays in Korea
Koreans officially follow the Gregorian Calander, though some holidays are based on the Lunar Calender, such as Seollar, Chuseok and Buddha's Birthday. During the official holidays, offices and banks are closed but palaces, museums, most restaurnts, department stores and amusement facilities are open. Parents' Day (May 8), and Teacher's Day (May 15) are not national holidays but are celebrated with much love and respect.
January 1 | New Year's Day |
January - February | Seollar (Lunar New Year's Day with a lunar calender) |
March 1 | Independence Movement Day |
May 5 | Children's Day |
April - May | Buddha's Birthday (with a lunar calender) |
June 6 | Memorial Day |
August 15 | Independence Day |
September - October | Chuseok (with a lunar claneder) |
October 3 | National Foundation Day |
October 9 | Hangul Proclamation Day |
December 25 | Christmas |
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