What's The New Trend For Celebrating Christmas In South Korea This 2024?

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With a few days left before Christmas, people in South Korea are getting ready to celebrate the holiday. From making cake pre-orders to preparing gifts, Koreans can't wait to welcome this festive occasion.

This year, many are embracing a fresh approach to commemorating the holiday. This emerging trend focuses on budget-friendly Christmas celebrations, marking a departure from traditional practices.

Stick around to find out how Koreans will honor Christmas differently this 2024 and learn how local businesses will play a significant role in the observance.

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How Do Locals Traditionally Celebrate Christmas in South Korea?

Like in many countries worldwide, people in South Korea recognize Christmas as a national holiday and enjoy the festivity in different ways. Many attend church services on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day, as Christianity is one of the countryโ€™s primary religions.

Besides going to church, itโ€™s also a wonderful time for couples and families to do seasonal activities together. In fact, Christmas in Korea is comparable to Valentineโ€™s Day and is often referred to as โ€œValentines with Santa.โ€

The reasoning behind this is that many couples go on romantic dinner dates, watch Korean Christmas movies, or have fun at the park. Still, there are families and groups of friends who hang out. Some may even go ice skating at outdoor rinks in cities or visit