Korean New Year 2025 — South Korea
About Korean New Year
Korean New Year is a public holiday in South Korea, observed on January 29, 2025 (Wednesday) in 2025. As an official public holiday, most government offices, banks, and schools are closed.
In 2025, Korean New Year falls on a Wednesday, giving workers a day off during the workweek.
Key Facts
Date January 29, 2025
Day Wednesday
Type Public
Countries 
South Korea
South Korea Status This holiday has passed
Korean New Year — Date by Year
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | February 10, 2024 | Saturday |
| 2025 | January 29, 2025 | Wednesday |
| 2026 | February 17, 2026 | Tuesday |
| 2027 | February 7, 2027 | Sunday |
| 2028 | January 27, 2028 | Thursday |
| 2029 | February 13, 2029 | Tuesday |
| 2030 | February 3, 2030 | Sunday |
Other Public Holidays in South Korea (2025)
Wednesday, January 1, 2025 New Year's Day Saturday, March 1, 2025 Independence Movement Day Monday, May 5, 2025 Buddha's Birthday Friday, June 6, 2025 Memorial Day Friday, August 15, 2025 Liberation Day Friday, October 3, 2025 National Foundation Day Sunday, October 5, 2025 Korean Thanksgiving Thursday, October 9, 2025 Hangul Day Thursday, December 25, 2025 Christmas Day
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Korean New Year in 2025?
Korean New Year in South Korea is on January 29, 2025 (Wednesday).
Is Korean New Year a public holiday in South Korea?
Yes, Korean New Year is an official public holiday. Most businesses, government offices, and schools are closed.
How many days until Korean New Year 2025?
Korean New Year 2025 was on January 29, 2025 and has already passed.