NewsThe official public holidays for the year 2026 have been finalized.

The official public holidays for the year 2026 have been finalized.

The official public holidays for the year 2026 have been finalized.

02.01.2026 13:02

The official public holiday dates to be implemented across Turkey in 2026 have been clarified. In the new year, a total of 15.5 days of official holidays will be observed, including the eve days. The fact that most of the holidays fall on weekdays also allows for long weekend plans for employees and students.

The official holiday dates to be implemented across Turkey in 2026 have been announced. According to the official calendar, a total of 15.5 days of official holidays will be observed in the new year, including the eve days.

2026 OFFICIAL HOLIDAY CALENDAR

The official holiday calendar starting from Thursday, January 1, 2026, is as follows:

March 19, 2026 Thursday: Eve of Ramadan Feast (Half day)

March 20–22, 2026: Ramadan Feast

April 23, 2026 Thursday: National Sovereignty and Children's Day

May 1, 2026 Friday: Labor and Solidarity Day

May 19, 2026 Tuesday: Commemoration of Atatürk, Youth and Sports Day

May 26, 2026 Tuesday: Eve of Sacrifice Feast (Half day)

May 27–30, 2026: Sacrifice Feast

July 15, 2026 Wednesday: Democracy and National Unity Day

August 30, 2026 Sunday: Victory Day

October 28, 2026 Wednesday: Eve of Republic Day (Half day)

October 29, 2026 Thursday: Republic Day

TOTAL 15.5 DAYS OF HOLIDAY

With October 28 being counted as a half-day official holiday, a total of 15.5 days of official holidays will be observed in 2026. The fact that a significant portion of the holidays falls on weekdays also allows for long weekend plans for employees and students.

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