Korea public holidays & festivals in March 2025

Public holidays in Korea in March 2025

• Independence Movement Day

  Sat, Mar 1, 2025

• Substitute holiday

  Mon, Mar 3, 2025

Long weekends this month

• Sat, Mar 1 – Mon, Mar 3, 2025: 3 days off in a row including weekends (Independence Movement Day; Substitute holiday).

Festivals and events in Korea in March 2025

• Cat on the Rooftop

  Apr 6, 2010 – Feb 1, 2026

  Seoul

• At That Time, Byeonhongrye

  Jan 5, 2024 – Oct 25, 2025

  Seoul

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  Ganghwa Yango Ice Fishing Festival

  Dec 21, 2024 – Mar 3, 2025

  Incheon · 161 Jeonmang-daero 423beon-gil, Songhae-myeon, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon

• 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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  Jindo Miracle Sea Road Festival

  Mar 29 – Apr 1, 2025

  74 Sinbiuibadat-gil, Jindo-gun, Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City

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Frequently asked questions

What are the public holidays in Korea in March 2025?

Korea has 2 public holiday days in March 2025: Independence Movement Day (Sat, Mar 1, 2025); Substitute holiday (Mon, Mar 3, 2025).

Is there a long weekend in Korea in March 2025?

Yes. Sat, Mar 1 – Mon, Mar 3, 2025: 3 days off in a row including weekends (Independence Movement Day; Substitute holiday).

When is Independence Movement Day in 2025?

Independence Movement Day is observed on Sat, Mar 1, 2025.

What festivals are held in Korea in March 2025?

9 festivals and events are listed for March 2025, including Cat on the Rooftop; At That Time, Byeonhongrye; Ganghwa Yango Ice Fishing 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.