A celebration of the beginning of the year in the Gregorian calendar, associated with rest, family gatherings, fireworks, festive meals, and exchanging good wishes.

The celebration of the Korean New Year (Seollal) usually lasts three days: the day before the Korean New Year, Korean New Year itself, and the day after Korean New Year.

The day commemorates the birth of Kim Jong Il (1941 or 1942–2011), former leader of North Korea and son of Kim Il Sung.

It is a day that celebrates womanhood and also women's solidarity in the struggle for emancipation.

The day honors the birth of Kim Il Sung (1912–1994), the founding leader of North Korea and central figure in the country’s political ideology.

The day commemorates the establishment of North Korea’s army on February 8, 1948, recognizing its role in national defense.

A holiday observed on May 1st to recognize workers and labor rights, with historical origins in late 19th-century labor demonstrations.

The day marks the founding of the Korean Children’s Union in North Korea, a youth organization for schoolchildren aged 7–13.

The day marks the signing of the Korean Armistice Agreement on July 27, 1953, celebrated in North Korea as a military victory.

The day in North Korea marks the liberation from Japanese colonial rule on August 15, 1945.

The day commemorates North Korea’s military-first policy (Songun), attributed to Kim Jong Il’s leadership and focus on military strength.

The day in North Korea marks the founding of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea on September 9, 1948.

The day in North Korea commemorates the founding of the Workers' Party of Korea on October 10, 1945.

Celebration honoring the mother of the family, as well as motherhood, maternal bonds, and the influence of mothers in society.

The day commemorates the adoption of North Korea’s Constitution on September 5, 1948, establishing the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.