Liberation Day in Korea, Republic of
In 2026, Liberation Day falls on Saturday, 15 August 2026.
About Liberation Day
Liberation Day, known as Gwangbokjeol in South Korea, commemorates the end of 35 years of Japanese colonial rule in 1945. It is a significant national holiday that also marks the establishment of the independent Republic of Korea government three years later. Citizens across the nation celebrate this day to honor the struggle for independence and national sovereignty.
Liberation Day dates in Korea, Republic of
Observance dates for Liberation Day across a 10-year window (2023-2031).
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 15 Aug 2023 | Tuesday | Liberation Day |
| 2024 | 15 Aug 2024 | Thursday | Liberation Day |
| 2025 | 15 Aug 2025 | Friday | Liberation Day |
| 2026This year | 15 Aug 2026 | Saturday | Liberation Day |
| 2027 | 15 Aug 2027 | Sunday | Liberation Day |
| 2028 | 15 Aug 2028 | Tuesday | Liberation Day |
| 2029 | 15 Aug 2029 | Wednesday | Liberation Day |
| 2030 | 15 Aug 2030 | Thursday | Liberation Day |
| 2031 | 15 Aug 2031 | Friday | Liberation Day |
15 Aug 2023
Tuesday · Liberation Day
15 Aug 2024
Thursday · Liberation Day
15 Aug 2025
Friday · Liberation Day
15 Aug 2026
Saturday · Liberation Day
15 Aug 2027
Sunday · Liberation Day
15 Aug 2028
Tuesday · Liberation Day
15 Aug 2029
Wednesday · Liberation Day
15 Aug 2030
Thursday · Liberation Day
15 Aug 2031
Friday · Liberation Day
