Armed Forces Day in Korea, Republic of
In 2026, Armed Forces Day falls on Thursday, 1 October 2026.
About Armed Forces Day
Armed Forces Day in South Korea honors the service and dedication of the nation's military personnel. The holiday commemorates the day in 1950 when South Korean troops first crossed the 38th parallel during the Korean War. It is typically marked by military parades, air shows, and events highlighting national defense efforts.
Armed Forces Day dates in Korea, Republic of
Observance dates for Armed Forces Day across a 10-year window (2023-2031).
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 Oct 2023 | Sunday | Armed Forces Day |
| 2024 | 1 Oct 2024 | Tuesday | Armed Forces Day |
| 2025 | 1 Oct 2025 | Wednesday | Armed Forces Day |
| 2026This year | 1 Oct 2026 | Thursday | Armed Forces Day |
| 2027 | 1 Oct 2027 | Friday | Armed Forces Day |
| 2028 | 1 Oct 2028 | Sunday | Armed Forces Day |
| 2029 | 1 Oct 2029 | Monday | Armed Forces Day |
| 2030 | 1 Oct 2030 | Tuesday | Armed Forces Day |
| 2031 | 1 Oct 2031 | Wednesday | Armed Forces Day |
1 Oct 2023
Sunday · Armed Forces Day
1 Oct 2024
Tuesday · Armed Forces Day
1 Oct 2025
Wednesday · Armed Forces Day
1 Oct 2026
Thursday · Armed Forces Day
1 Oct 2027
Friday · Armed Forces Day
1 Oct 2028
Sunday · Armed Forces Day
1 Oct 2029
Monday · Armed Forces Day
1 Oct 2030
Tuesday · Armed Forces Day
1 Oct 2031
Wednesday · Armed Forces Day
