광복절 is a public holiday in South Korea. This page collects the date for each year, plus other holidays in the country's calendar.
광복절 is officially observed as a public holiday in South Korea. We are building out a longer history & traditions section for this holiday. In the meantime, the calendar below shows 광복절's date across multiple years and how it interacts with the country's long-weekend opportunities.
광복절 observance varies by community and region within South Korea. Government offices, banks, and schools are typically closed.
Future dates for moving holidays (Easter, Eid, Lunar New Year, Diwali, etc.) are computed and approximate; the actual public-holiday date in some countries is fixed by official decree closer to the date.