New Year's Day
Jan 1 – 4
4days off
Thu1★
Fri2↓ off
Sat3·
Sun4·
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Long weekends
Long Weekends in South Korea 2026
8Long weekends
2Bridge days
32Total days off
2Vacation days to take
Take 2 vacation days this year and enjoy 32 days off in total.
Lunar New Year's Eve (Seollal Eve)
Feb 14 – 16
3days off
Sat14·
Sun15·
Mon16★
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Independence Movement Day (Substitute)
Feb 28 – Mar 2
3days off
Sat28·
Sun1·
Mon2★
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Children's Day
May 2 – 5
4days off
Sat2·
Sun3·
Mon4↓ off
Tue5★
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Buddha's Birthday (Substitute)
May 23 – 25
3days off
Sat23·
Sun24·
Mon25★
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Liberation Day (Substitute)
Aug 15 – 17
3days off
Sat15·
Sun16·
Mon17★
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Chuseok
Sep 25 – 27
3days off
Fri25★
Sat26★
Sun27·
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
National Foundation Day (Substitute)
Oct 3 – 5
3days off
Sat3·
Sun4·
Mon5★
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Hangeul Day
Oct 9 – 11
3days off
Fri9★
Sat10·
Sun11·
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Christmas Day
Dec 25 – 27
3days off
Fri25★
Sat26·
Sun27·
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a long weekend in South Korea?
A long weekend in South Korea occurs when a public holiday falls on a Monday or Friday, giving you a 3-day weekend without using any vacation days.
What is a bridge day?
A bridge day is a working day between a public holiday and a weekend. Taking that one day off creates a stretch of 4 or more consecutive days off. For example, if a holiday falls on Thursday, taking Friday off gives you a 4-day weekend.
How many long weekend opportunities are there in South Korea in 2026?
In 2026, South Korea has 10 vacation extension opportunities — a combination of natural long weekends and bridge days.
When are the best long weekends to travel in South Korea in 2026?
The best long weekends for travel in South Korea depend on the season and your destination. Spring and autumn bridge days often offer the best mix of good weather and fewer crowds.