Armed Forces Day
Nationwide public holiday in South Korea · 국군의 날
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 October | Tuesday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in South Korea.
Is it a day off?
Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.
Make it longer
Take Monday 30 September off and get 4 days in a row (Sat 28 Sep – Tue 1 Oct). Show on the calendar →
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Seoul around 1 October: high 23°C (73°F), low 14°C (58°F), rain on 36% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Seoul. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Tuesday 1 October in Seoul: (MET Norway)
About Armed Forces Day
Armed Forces Day honours the South Korean military. It is not normally a public holiday, but the government has occasionally designated it as a temporary day off.
Editorial summary by Public Holidays World. Dates on this page come from the data source; customs vary by region and family.
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Armed Forces Day in other countries
Azerbaijan
Brunei
Myanmar
Egypt
Equatorial Guinea
Haiti
Liberia
Mali
Mozambique
Sao Tome and Principe
Sierra Leone
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