Korean Holidays Explained
Hangeul Day
In 2026: Fri, October 9Public holiday
See the 2026 holiday calendar →Where it comes from
Celebrates King Sejong's proclamation of the Korean alphabet, Hunminjeongeum, in 1446. It became a public holiday again in 2013.
What people do
Events around Gwanghwamun and the Sejong statue, calligraphy contests and Hangeul exhibitions.
What to say
한글날에는 한글로 이름을 써 봐요.hangeullareneun hangeullo ireumeul sseo bwayo.On Hangeul Day, try writing your name in Hangeul.