ContentsView article sectionsAbout Children’s DayCelebrating Children’s DayChildren’s Day SalesEmbracing Children’s Day in KoreaPotential Inconveniences on Children’s DayWondering about Children’s Day in Korea? Here is a quick look at this family holiday on May 5th. About Children’s Day South Korean kids look forward to Children’s Day (어린이날) every year. They look forward to family activities and time off from school. This is their day to shine. Children’s Day is a ‘red day’ or public holiday on the Korean calendar. A ‘red day’ means that salaried employees have a paid day off for Children’s Day. The public holiday dedicated to celebrating kids occurs on the 5th of May each year. Children’s Day often falls near a weekend which means many families may travel. KWOW has an excellent introduction to Children’s Day that talks about the history of the holiday. Celebrating Children’s Day Families will often spend the day together enjoying the kids’ favorite activities and foods. This means that parks, theme parks, malls, theaters, museums, and more will be packed with families enjoying the day. Children’s Day Sales Additionally, businesses capitalize on Children’s day by offering sales, deals, and discounts. Malls and department stores will often have special kid-oriented events and activities. Embracing Children’s Day in Korea This family holiday may feel uplifting and enjoyable for those that love to feel community. The feeling of family and connection permeates the public spaces. It’s a time to sit back and learn more about South Korea and how the culture comes together to celebrate and appreciate their children. Potential Inconveniences on Children’s Day Obviously, any of the following inconveniences may or may not occur depending on where you live in South Korea and the current social climate. However, the awareness that the following issues may occur may allow you to better plan ahead and avoid stress: SOUTH OF SEOUL EDITORIAL INFORMATION Article Information & History Historical Record Originally written by South of Seoul Originally published April 14, 2022 Article History April 14, 2022 Originally published Written by South of Seoul No formal audit has been recorded for this article under the current South of Seoul editorial process. Historical article: This article has not yet been formally audited under South of Seoul’s current editorial process. It remains available as part of our publishing history and may contain information that has changed since publication. Before You Act South of Seoul articles document information available at a particular point in time. Prices, hours, services, policies, procedures, laws, eligibility requirements, transportation, contact details, and local conditions can change. Use this article as a research starting point and confirm important details using current official resources, direct contact, Naver Maps, Kakao Map, and other reliable sources when appropriate. For consequential immigration, legal, medical, or financial decisions, confirm current requirements with the relevant official authority or an appropriately qualified professional. See something that needs updating? Help us keep practical information useful. Reader reports are reviewed by our editorial team and do not automatically change this article. Website What needs attention? Select a reason Outdated information Business closed or moved Hours changed Price changed Broken link Location or access changed Policy or rule changed Contact information changed Translation issue Other What did you notice? Send to Editorial Team No name or email is required. Please don’t include private or sensitive personal information.