Korea public holidays & festivals in October 2025
Public holidays, long weekends and festivals in Korea in October 2025, compiled from official public data. Dates can change, so please check official announcements before you travel.
Public holidays in Korea in October 2025
National Foundation Day
Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving)
Substitute holiday
Hangul Day
Long weekends this month
- Fri, Oct 3 – Thu, Oct 9, 2025: 7 days off in a row including weekends (National Foundation Day; Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving); Substitute holiday; Hangul Day).
Festivals and events in Korea in October 2025
Cat on the Rooftop
Seoul
At That Time, Byeonhongrye
Seoul
Hahoe Byeolsingut Tallori (Mask Dance Drama of Hahoe)
North Gyeongsang · 3-15, Hahoejongga-gil, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do Hahoe Village Mask Dance Theater
Palace Royal Guard Changing Ceremony
Seoul · 161 Sajik-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Taekwon Beat Final
North Jeolla · Taekwondowon T1 Arena
The Barber of Seville
Seoul · NOL Uniplex Theater 3
Paradise
Seoul
Treadmill
Seoul · Link Arts Center DREAM 1
Marie Curie
Seoul · Kwanglim Arts Center BBCH Hall
Wasted
Seoul · Plus Theater
Le Masque
Seoul · et theatre 1
Gwangju Design Biennale
111 Biennale-ro, Buk-gu, Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City
Ostrich Boys
Seoul
The Fighters of Joseon
Seoul
Wiliams: Wiliam and Wiliam's Williams
Seoul · NOL Seogyeong Square Scone Hall 2
Almond
Seoul · NOL Uniflex Theater
Rachmaninoff
Seoul · YES 24 Stage Hall 1
Gray House
Seoul
Anthropolis 1 : Prolog/Dionysos
Seoul
From Nameless Promises
Seoul
RUCKUS: the SKOOL
Gyeonggi-do
October Festa in Gwangalli
Busan · 29 Millak-ro 6beon-gil, Suyeong-gu, Busan
Seopyeonje; The Original
Seoul
The Film Delivery Man
Seoul
Another Today
Seoul
Fraternité
Seoul · Link Arts Center DREAM Theater 3
Cheonhamu-Bbong
Seoul
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the public holidays in Korea in October 2025?
- Korea has 6 public holiday days in October 2025: National Foundation Day (Fri, Oct 3, 2025); Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving) (Sun, Oct 5 – Tue, Oct 7, 2025); Substitute holiday (Wed, Oct 8, 2025); Hangul Day (Thu, Oct 9, 2025).
- Is there a long weekend in Korea in October 2025?
- Yes. Fri, Oct 3 – Thu, Oct 9, 2025: 7 days off in a row including weekends (National Foundation Day; Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving); Substitute holiday; Hangul Day).
- When is Chuseok in 2025?
- Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving) is observed on Sun, Oct 5 – Tue, Oct 7, 2025.
- What festivals are held in Korea in October 2025?
- 27 festivals and events are listed for October 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.
