South Korea
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한글날

Hangul Day

Monday, 11 Oct 2027 · South Korea · Nationwide · Public holiday

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Bridge day check

Falls on a Monday, so it makes a three-day weekend with no leave needed.

What the day is for

Celebrates the promulgation of the Korean alphabet in 1446 — one of very few national holidays anywhere dedicated to a writing system.

Do shops and banks close?

Public holiday: banks and offices close, shops open.

Getting around

Normal services; events around Gwanghwamun.

See the full South Korea holiday calendar or count the working days.