Korea public holidays & festivals in August 2025

Public holidays in Korea in August 2025

• Liberation Day

  Fri, Aug 15, 2025

Long weekends this month

• Fri, Aug 15 – Sun, Aug 17, 2025: 3 days off in a row including weekends (Liberation Day).

Festivals and events in Korea in August 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

• The Barber of Seville

  Mar 14, 2025 – Mar 4, 2026

  Seoul · NOL Uniplex Theater 3

• Paradise

  Jul 15 – Oct 12, 2025

  Seoul

• Treadmill

  Jul 15 – Oct 12, 2025

  Seoul · Link Arts Center DREAM 1

• Marie Curie

  Jul 25 – Oct 19, 2025

  Seoul · Kwanglim Arts Center BBCH Hall

• Wasted

  Aug 6 – Oct 26, 2025

  Seoul · Plus Theater

• Le Masque

  Aug 6 – Nov 9, 2025

  Seoul · et theatre 1

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  Gwangju Design Biennale

  Aug 30 – Nov 2, 2025

  111 Biennale-ro, Buk-gu, Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City

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Frequently asked questions

What are the public holidays in Korea in August 2025?

Korea has 1 public holiday day in August 2025: Liberation Day (Fri, Aug 15, 2025).

Is there a long weekend in Korea in August 2025?

Yes. Fri, Aug 15 – Sun, Aug 17, 2025: 3 days off in a row including weekends (Liberation Day).

When is Liberation Day in 2025?

Liberation Day is observed on Fri, Aug 15, 2025.

What festivals are held in Korea in August 2025?

12 festivals and events are listed for August 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.