South Korea · Holiday
National Foundation Day
Next on Sunday, 3 October 2027
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About National Foundation Day
National Foundation Day, known as Gaecheonjeol, celebrates the legendary formation of Gojoseon, the first Korean kingdom, in 2333 BCE. It is a national holiday that symbolizes the cultural identity and long history of the Korean people. The name literally means the day the sky opened, reflecting the foundational mythology of the nation.
When is National Foundation Day in South Korea?
National Foundation Day dates from 2023 to 2031
- 2023Tuesday, 3 OctoberPast
- 2024Thursday, 3 OctoberPast
- 2025Friday, 3 OctoberPast
- 2026Saturday, 3 OctoberPast
- 2027Sunday, 3 October in 343 days
- 2028Tuesday, 3 Octoberin 709 days
- 2029Wednesday, 3 Octoberin 1074 days
- 2030Thursday, 3 Octoberin 1439 days
- 2031Friday, 3 Octoberin 1804 days
October 2027
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