1 januar 2026
New Year’s Day in Turkey
Official date that may affect opening hours and practical planning in some places.
Turkish holidays
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Turkish holidays
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Turkish public holidays and national days 2026
See the calendar for Turkish public holidays, national days, Ramadan Bayram and Kurban Bayram. The calendar shows dates, duration, Turkish names and article links when available.
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Republic Day in Turkey
29 oktober 2026 · national day
20 mars 2026
Ramadan Bayram in Turkey
Multi-day holiday that may affect travel activity, public services, banks and local opening hours.
23 april 2026
National Sovereignty and Children’s Day
National day with official ceremonies, flags and local events in several places in Turkey.
1 mai 2026
Labour and Solidarity Day
Official date that may affect opening hours and practical planning in some places.
19 mai 2026
Atatürk Commemoration, Youth and Sports Day
National day with official ceremonies, flags and local events in several places in Turkey.
27 mai 2026
Kurban Bayram in Turkey
Multi-day holiday that may affect travel activity, public services, banks and local opening hours.
15 juli 2026
Democracy and National Unity Day
National day with official ceremonies, flags and local events in several places in Turkey.
30 august 2026
Victory Day in Turkey
National day with official ceremonies, flags and local events in several places in Turkey.
29 oktober 2026
Republic Day in Turkey
National day with official ceremonies, flags and local events in several places in Turkey.
| Date | Holiday | Type | Article |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 januar 2026 | New Year’s Day in Turkey Yılbaşı |
public holiday | Not published |
| 20 mars 2026 | Ramadan Bayram in Turkey Ramazan Bayramı |
religious holiday | Not published |
| 23 april 2026 | National Sovereignty and Children’s Day Ulusal Egemenlik ve Çocuk Bayramı |
national day | Not published |
| 1 mai 2026 | Labour and Solidarity Day Emek ve Dayanışma Günü |
public holiday | Not published |
| 19 mai 2026 | Atatürk Commemoration, Youth and Sports Day Atatürk’ü Anma, Gençlik ve Spor Bayramı |
national day | Not published |
| 27 mai 2026 | Kurban Bayram in Turkey Kurban Bayramı |
religious holiday | Not published |
| 15 juli 2026 | Democracy and National Unity Day Demokrasi ve Millî Birlik Günü |
national day | Not published |
| 30 august 2026 | Victory Day in Turkey Zafer Bayramı |
national day | Not published |
| 29 oktober 2026 | Republic Day in Turkey Cumhuriyet Bayramı |
national day | Published on the date |
What you will find on this page
- A calendar-style overview of Turkish public holidays and national days.
- Shows dates that may affect banks, transport, attractions and opening hours.
- Useful holiday context for travel planning, not only a date list.
Best for
- Planning travel around public holidays in Türkiye.
- Checking dates for Ramadan Bayram and Kurban Bayram.
- Understanding when services, shops or attractions may be busier or closed.
Good to know
- Religious holiday dates can vary by official announcement.
- Opening hours may differ by city, business and holiday type.
- Book transport and hotels early around major holidays.
Frequently asked questions
Which Turkish holidays matter most for travellers?
Major national days and religious holidays such as Ramadan Bayram and Kurban Bayram can affect travel, opening hours and availability.
Do all businesses close on public holidays?
No. Some close, some reduce hours and many tourist businesses stay open, but local services may change.
Why do religious holiday dates sometimes vary?
Some dates depend on religious calendars and official confirmation, so final dates should be checked close to travel.