Holidays in North Korea in 2025
This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in North Korea in 2025. Public holidays are special days that everyone gets off work, while observances are traditional celebrations and events that are popular in a particular country without a day-off work status. Some dates may be modified as official changes are announced, so please check this page in advance before visiting North Korea.
| Holiday name | Holiday location / Date | Holiday type |
|---|---|---|
| New Year | North Korea January 1 2025, Wednesday |
National |
| Birth date of Kim Jong Il | North Korea February 16 2025, Sunday |
National |
| International Women's Day | North Korea March 8 2025, Saturday |
National |
| March Equinox | North Korea March 20 2025, Thursday |
Seasonal |
| Birth Date of Kim Il Sung | North Korea April 15 2025, Tuesday |
National |
| Chosun People's Army Foundation Day | North Korea April 25 2025, Friday |
National |
| May Day | North Korea May 1 2025, Thursday |
National |
| Chosun Children's Union Foundation Day | North Korea June 6 2025, Friday |
National |
| June Solstice | North Korea June 21 2025, Saturday |
Seasonal |
| Day of Victory in the Fatherland Liberation War | North Korea July 27 2025, Sunday |
National |
| Liberation Day | North Korea August 15 2025, Friday |
National |
| Day of Songun | North Korea August 25 2025, Monday |
National |
| National Day | North Korea September 9 2025, Tuesday |
National |
| September Equinox | North Korea September 23 2025, Tuesday |
Seasonal |
| Party Foundation Day | North Korea October 10 2025, Friday |
National |
| Mother's Day | North Korea November 16 2025, Sunday |
Observance |
| December Solstice | North Korea December 22 2025, Monday |
Seasonal |
| Constitution Day | North Korea December 27 2025, Saturday |
National |
Next Years Holidays in North Korea