Turkey Public Holidays 2046

Yılbaşı
2046-01-01
New Year’s Day (Yılbaşı, January 1) marks the beginning of the calendar year in Turkey. It is a nationwide public holiday, and many people rest after New Year’s Eve celebrations that often include family dinners, fireworks, and public events in major cities. Businesses, government offices, banks, and schools are closed, while restaurants and tourist attractions may operate with reduced hours.

Ulusal Egemenlik ve Çocuk Bayramı
2046-04-23
National Sovereignty and Children’s Day (Ulusal Egemenlik ve Çocuk Bayramı, April 23) celebrates the opening of the Grand National Assembly in 1920 and honors children as the future of the nation. Founded by Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, it is the only national holiday in the world dedicated to children. Schools organize performances, parades, and ceremonies, and children symbolically take over public offices for the day. It is a nationwide public holiday.

İşçi Bayramı
2046-05-01
Labour and Solidarity Day (İşçi Bayramı, May 1) honors workers’ rights and the labor movement. It is marked by trade union gatherings, demonstrations, and public events, especially in large cities like Istanbul and Ankara. Government offices, banks, and schools are closed, while some businesses may remain open depending on location and sector.

Atatürk'ü Anma, Gençlik ve Spor Bayramı
2046-05-19
Commemoration of Atatürk, Youth and Sports Day (Atatürk’ü Anma, Gençlik ve Spor Bayramı, May 19) commemorates Atatürk’s arrival in Samsun in 1919, which marked the beginning of the Turkish War of Independence. Dedicated to youth and sports, it reflects his belief in young people as the guardians of the republic. The day features sports events, ceremonies, concerts, and torchlight marches across the country. It is a nationwide public holiday.

Demokrasi ve Millî Birlik Günü
2046-07-15
Democracy and National Unity Day (Demokrasi ve Millî Birlik Günü, July 15) honors those who lost their lives during the failed coup attempt of July 15, 2016. The day is observed with memorial ceremonies, public gatherings, speeches, and prayers emphasizing democracy and national unity. It is a nationwide public holiday, with official institutions and schools closed.

Zafer Bayramı
2046-08-30
Victory Day (Zafer Bayramı, August 30) commemorates the decisive victory in the Battle of Dumlupınar in 1922, which led to the end of the Turkish War of Independence. Military parades, official ceremonies, and public celebrations take place throughout Turkey. It is one of the most important national holidays and is observed nationwide.

Cumhuriyet Bayramı
2046-10-29
Republic Day (Cumhuriyet Bayramı, October 29) celebrates the proclamation of the Republic of Turkey in 1923. It is one of the most significant public holidays in the country. Celebrations include official ceremonies, fireworks, concerts, parades, and public events, especially in Ankara and Istanbul. Government offices, schools, and banks are closed nationwide.
