Victory Day

Day of Victory in the Great Fatherland Liberation War is a public holiday in North Korea. Also known as Armistice Day, this day commemorates the signing of the armistice agreement on July 27th 1953 that brought to an end the fighting in the Korean War - but not the end of the war.

Victory Day is celebrated across North Korea as locals get the day off work. North Koreans go to parks and public squares to enjoy the summer weather and perform mass dances, a famous type of North Korean celebration activity. Victory Day is a great time to visit North Korea as the weather is beautiful, and the festive spirit has everyone in a good mood!

Tourists in North Korea on Victory Day can dance with the locals in famous locations such as Kim Il Sung Square. There is also often the chance to join Pyongyangers as they picnic in places such as Moranbong Park (where there will often also be dancing!). It’s also a very interesting time of year to visit the Victorious Fatherland Liberation War Museum in Pyongyang, as Victory Day in North Korea is all about the Korean War.

When: July 27