What's open on Liberation Day 2026 in South Korea?
Liberation Day 2026 falls on 17 August 2026.
Liberation Day is a public holiday in KR. Banks and government offices close while most retail and supermarkets stay open.
Chain opening hours
| Venue / Chain | Category | Holiday Status | Hours | Verification & Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Estimate | Supermarkets & Groceries | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 emart.com |
Estimate | Supermarkets & Groceries | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 lottemart.com |
Estimate | Drugstores & Cosmetics | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 oliveyoung.com |
Estimate | Convenience Stores | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 cu.co.kr |
Estimate | Convenience Stores | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 gs25.gsretail.com |
Estimate | Post & Parcel Lockers | Closed | Closed All Day | 2026-08-23 koreapost.go.kr |
Estimate | Banks & ATMs | Closed | Closed All Day | 2026-08-23 kbstar.com |
Frequently asked questions
Are shops open on Liberation Day 2026 in South Korea?
Liberation Day is a public holiday in KR. Banks and government offices close while most retail and supermarkets stay open. Typically closed: banks, government.
When is Liberation Day in 2026?
Liberation Day falls on 17 August 2026 (2026-08-17) in 2026.