Seoul, South Korea

School holidays

South Korea ·

3 school breaks in South Korea during 2026. Longest is 70 days (Winterferien).

School breaks

3

Total off-days

169

Longest break

70 d

Next break

In 44 days

Next school break

Sommerferien

Jul 20 – Aug 18 · 30 days

44

days away

All 2026 school breaks

3 total
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Dez22

Winterferien

Dez 22 – Feb 28 · 69 Tage

69T
Jul20

Sommerferien

Jul 20 – Aug 18 · 30 Tage

30T
Dez21

Winterferien

Dez 21 – Feb 28 · 70 Tage

70T

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Public holidays in 2026

Affect closures and travel demand around school breaks.

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Jan1

Neujahrstag

Feb16

Vorabend des Mondneujahrs (Seollal)

Feb17

Mondneujahr (Seollal)

Feb18

Mondneujahr (Tag danach)

Mär2

Tag der Unabhängigkeitsbewegung (Ersatztag)

Mai5

Kindertag

Mai25

Buddhas Geburtstag (Ersatztag)

Jun6

Gedenktag

Aug17

Tag der Befreiung (Ersatztag)

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Important school holiday information · South Korea

General information

  • Schulen sind an allen gesetzlichen Feiertagen zusätzlich zu den aufgelisteten Schulferienzeiten geschlossen

Frequently asked questions

Wann sind die Schulferien 2026 in South Korea?
Schulen in South Korea haben 3 Ferienperioden im Jahr 2026. Die Zeitleiste oben zeigt Anfang und Ende jeder Ferienzeit.
How many school breaks does South Korea have in 2026?
South Korea schools observe 3 break periods in 2026, including national holidays and seasonal breaks. Exact dates may vary by region or school zone.
Wann sind die Winterferien 2026 in South Korea?
Die Winterferien in South Korea laufen vom 22. Dezember 2025 – 28. Februar 2026.
Wann sind die Sommerferien 2026 in South Korea?
Die Sommerferien in South Korea laufen vom 20. Juli 2026 – 18. August 2026.
Why do school holiday dates differ by region?
Many countries stagger school holidays across regions or zones to avoid simultaneous travel demand. France, the Netherlands, Germany, and others use this approach.
When is the best time to travel around school holidays?
Prices and crowds spike during school breaks. Traveling 1–2 weeks before or after a break — when other regions are still in school — typically offers better availability and lower prices.
Where does this calendar come from?
Data is sourced from the national education ministry of South Korea. See the source link below for the official publication.

School calendar dates published by national education ministries. Always confirm with your local school for the official calendar.