Alternative holiday for Buddha's Birthday in 🇰🇷 South Korea
Public Holiday
Yes
National Holiday
No
Type
Public Holiday
Alternative holiday for Buddha's Birthday in South Korea
South Korea grants an alternative holiday when Buddha's Birthday falls on a weekend; the substitute day ensures the Lotus Lantern Festival events and Buddhist observances can be fully enjoyed by all workers.
About Alternative holiday for Buddha's Birthday
A substitute public holiday observed when Buddha's Birthday falls on a weekend, ensuring workers receive a full day off to honor the birth of Siddhartha Gautama.
Dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | May 25 | Monday |
| 2029 | May 21 | Monday |