Korea Exchange (KRX) Holidays 2026
South Korea17:33 GMT+9
17 full closures · 0 early close days
NEXT HOLIDAY
Buddha's Birthday (Observed)
Monday, May 25, 2026
10
days away
2026 Holiday Calendar — Full Schedule17 total dates
| Date | Day | Holiday | Status | Trading Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-01 | Thursday | New Year's Day | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-02-16 | Monday | Seollal (Lunar New Year) | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-02-17 | Tuesday | Seollal (Lunar New Year) | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-02-18 | Wednesday | Seollal (Lunar New Year) | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-03-02 | Monday | Independence Movement Day (Observed) | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-05-01 | Friday | Labor Day | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-05-05 | Tuesday | Children's Day | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-05-25 | Monday | Buddha's Birthday (Observed) | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
| 2026-06-06 | Saturday | Memorial Day | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
| 2026-08-15 | Saturday | Liberation Day | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
| 2026-09-24 | Thursday | Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving) | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
| 2026-09-25 | Friday | Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving) | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
| 2026-09-26 | Saturday | Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving) | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
| 2026-10-03 | Saturday | National Foundation Day | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
| 2026-10-09 | Friday | Hangeul Day | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
| 2026-12-25 | Friday | Christmas Day | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
| 2026-12-31 | Thursday | Year-End Holiday | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
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2026 KRX Holidays
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About KRX Trading Hours
Regular Hours: 09:00 – 15:30 (Asia/Seoul)
Country: South Korea
Time Zone: Asia/Seoul
Currency: KRW
Official KRX Website →Frequently Asked Questions
Is KRX closed on weekends?
Yes, KRX is closed on Saturdays and Sundays. Regular trading occurs Monday through Friday only.
Does KRX close for lunch?
No, KRX does not have a lunch break. Trading is continuous during the session.
What happens if a holiday falls on a weekend?
Most exchanges observe the holiday on the nearest weekday — a Saturday holiday is usually observed on Friday, and a Sunday holiday on Monday. Check the official schedule for specific adjustments.
How many holidays does KRX observe in 2026?
KRX observes 17 scheduled holidays in 2026, including full market closures and early close days.
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