National Foundation Day in 🇰🇷 South Korea
Public Holiday
Yes
National Holiday
No
Type
Public Holiday
National Foundation Day in South Korea
National Foundation Day (Gaecheonjeol, 개천절) on October 3rd commemorates the legendary founding of the first Korean kingdom by Dangun in 2333 BCE; celebrated with ceremonies at Manisan on Ganghwa Island.
About National Foundation Day
Japanese national holiday on February 11 (Kenkoku Kinen no Hi) marking the legendary founding of Japan by Emperor Jimmu in 660 BC, celebrated with official ceremonies and patriotic observances.
Dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Oct. 3 | Thursday |
| 2025 | Oct. 3 | Friday |
| 2026 | Oct. 3 | Saturday |
| 2027 | Oct. 3 | Sunday |
| 2029 | Oct. 3 | Wednesday |
| 2030 | Oct. 3 | Thursday |