The day preceding Korean New Year
The day preceding Korean New Year — a public holiday.
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<holidayfyi-holiday slug="the-day-preceding-korean-new-year"></holidayfyi-holiday>Key Information
- Calendar System
- gregorian
- Public Holiday
- Yes
About this Holiday
South Korean public holiday on the day before Seollal (Lunar New Year), providing families time to travel and prepare for the holiday's ancestral rites, traditional foods, and family reunions.
Countries (1)
Upcoming Dates
| Date | Country | Public Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday, Feb. 6, 2027 | 🇰🇷 South Korea | Yes |
| Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2028 | 🇰🇷 South Korea | Yes |
| Monday, Feb. 12, 2029 | 🇰🇷 South Korea | Yes |
| Saturday, Feb. 2, 2030 | 🇰🇷 South Korea | Yes |
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