Korea public holidays & festivals in May 2025

Public holidays in Korea in May 2025

• Buddha's Birthday

  Mon, May 5, 2025

• Children's Day

  Mon, May 5, 2025

• Substitute holiday

  Tue, May 6, 2025

Long weekends this month

• Sat, May 3 – Tue, May 6, 2025: 4 days off in a row including weekends (Buddha's Birthday; Children's Day; Substitute holiday).

Festivals and events in Korea in May 2025

• Cat on the Rooftop

  Apr 6, 2010 – Feb 1, 2026

  Seoul

• At That Time, Byeonhongrye

  Jan 5, 2024 – Oct 25, 2025

  Seoul

• Hahoe Byeolsingut Tallori (Mask Dance Drama of Hahoe)

  Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2025

  North Gyeongsang · 3-15, Hahoejongga-gil, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do Hahoe Village Mask Dance Theater

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  Palace Royal Guard Changing Ceremony

  Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2025

  Seoul · 161 Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

• Taekwon Beat Final

  Jan 18 – Dec 31, 2025

  North Jeolla · Taekwondowon T1 Arena

• Rimbaud

  Feb 19 – May 18, 2025

  Seoul

• The Barber of Seville

  Mar 14, 2025 – Mar 4, 2026

  Seoul · NOL Uniplex Theater 3

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  Daegu Yangnyeongsi Herbal Medicine Festival

  May 8 – May 11, 2025

  Daegu · Namseong-ro, Jung-gu, Daegu

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Frequently asked questions

What are the public holidays in Korea in May 2025?

Korea has 3 public holiday days in May 2025: Buddha's Birthday (Mon, May 5, 2025); Children's Day (Mon, May 5, 2025); Substitute holiday (Tue, May 6, 2025).

Is there a long weekend in Korea in May 2025?

Yes. Sat, May 3 – Tue, May 6, 2025: 4 days off in a row including weekends (Buddha's Birthday; Children's Day; Substitute holiday).

When is Buddha's Birthday in 2025?

Buddha's Birthday is observed on Mon, May 5, 2025.

What festivals are held in Korea in May 2025?

8 festivals and events are listed for May 2025, including Cat on the Rooftop; At That Time, Byeonhongrye; Hahoe Byeolsingut Tallori (Mask Dance Drama of Hahoe). The list on this page shows dates and places.

Are attractions and shops closed on public holidays in Korea?

Some attractions, shops and restaurants may change their opening hours on public holidays, while many tourist sites stay open. It is a good idea to check each venue's own notice before you go.