Korea public holidays & festivals in December 2026
Public holidays, long weekends and festivals in Korea in December 2026, compiled from official public data. Dates can change, so please check official announcements before you travel.
Public holidays in Korea in December 2026
Christmas Day
Long weekends this month
- Fri, Dec 25 – Sun, Dec 27, 2026: 3 days off in a row including weekends (Christmas Day).
Festivals and events in Korea in December 2026
Gugak Performance Jinyeon
Seoul · 10 Insadong 5-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
K-Gugak Stage
North Jeolla · National Gugak Center Yewondang
Ssokssokdeul-i Festival
Gyeonggi-do · 16 Heyri-ro, Tanhyeon-myeon, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do
Korea Grand Sale
Seoul · 14 Myeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the public holidays in Korea in December 2026?
- Korea has 1 public holiday day in December 2026: Christmas Day (Fri, Dec 25, 2026).
- Is there a long weekend in Korea in December 2026?
- Yes. Fri, Dec 25 – Sun, Dec 27, 2026: 3 days off in a row including weekends (Christmas Day).
- When is Christmas Day in 2026?
- Christmas Day is observed on Fri, Dec 25, 2026.
- What festivals are held in Korea in December 2026?
- 4 festivals and events are listed for December 2026, including Gugak Performance Jinyeon; K-Gugak Stage; Ssokssokdeul-i Festival. 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.
