This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in North Korea in 2040. 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 |
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New Year | North Korea January 1 2040, Sunday |
National |
Birth date of Kim Jong Il | North Korea February 16 2040, Thursday |
National |
International Women's Day | North Korea March 8 2040, Thursday |
National |
March Equinox | North Korea March 20 2040, Tuesday |
Seasonal |
Birth Date of Kim Il Sung | North Korea April 15 2040, Sunday |
National |
Chosun People's Army Foundation Day | North Korea April 25 2040, Wednesday |
National |
May Day | North Korea May 1 2040, Tuesday |
National |
Chosun Children's Union Foundation Day | North Korea June 6 2040, Wednesday |
National |
June Solstice | North Korea June 21 2040, Thursday |
Seasonal |
Day of Victory in the Fatherland Liberation War | North Korea July 27 2040, Friday |
National |
Liberation Day | North Korea August 15 2040, Wednesday |
National |
Day of Songun | North Korea August 25 2040, Saturday |
National |
National Day | North Korea September 9 2040, Sunday |
National |
September Equinox | North Korea September 22 2040, Saturday |
Seasonal |
Party Foundation Day | North Korea October 10 2040, Wednesday |
National |
Mother's Day | North Korea November 16 2040, Friday |
Observance |
December Solstice | North Korea December 21 2040, Friday |
Seasonal |
Constitution Day | North Korea December 27 2040, Thursday |
National |