🇰🇵 Founding Day of the Korean People's Army in North Korea

Founding Day of the Korean People's Army is a public holiday observed in North Korea. It is classified as a Public Holiday. See the dates, history and observance details on this page, or browse all public holidays in North Korea.

This year, Founding Day of the Korean People's Army falls on {'year': 2026, 'name': "Founding Day of the Korean People's Army", 'date_iso': '2026-02-08', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2026, 2, 8), 'date_display': '08 Feb 2026', 'day_of_week': 'Sunday'} in North Korea.

Next year, Founding Day of the Korean People's Army will be observed on {'year': 2027, 'name': "Founding Day of the Korean People's Army", 'date_iso': '2027-02-08', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2027, 2, 8), 'date_display': '08 Feb 2027', 'day_of_week': 'Monday'} in North Korea. Movable holidays can change weekday and date year to year.

Last year, Founding Day of the Korean People's Army was observed on {'year': 2025, 'name': "Founding Day of the Korean People's Army", 'date_iso': '2025-02-08', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2025, 2, 8), 'date_display': '08 Feb 2025', 'day_of_week': 'Saturday'} in North Korea.

Yes, Founding Day of the Korean People's Army is recognized as a public holiday in North Korea. Most government offices, banks and many schools close, and some businesses may operate on reduced hours. Specific closures vary by industry and region.

You can download an iCal (.ics) file for Founding Day of the Korean People's Army from this page and import it into Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, Outlook, or any standard calendar app. The North Korea holidays page lists every other holiday you can subscribe to the same way.