Turkey Public Holidays (2025–2028)
Turkey observes 15.5 statutory holiday days in 2026. The calendar is highlighted by two prominent religious holiday periods: Ramazan Bayramı takes place from 20 to 22 March (with half-day Arefe on Thursday 19 March), and Kurban Bayramı runs from 27 to 30 May (with Arefe on Tuesday 26 May). Additionally, Labour and Solidarity Day falls on Friday 1 May, providing a natural 3-day spring weekend. Republic Day on 29 October anchors the national secular calendar, preceded by the 13:00 half-day on 28 October.
At a Glance: Statutory Days & Long Weekends
2026 – 20273 long weekends (3+ days)
View full calendar6 long weekends scheduled
Explore scheduleLaw No. 2429 on National and General Holidays & Diyanet Islamic Calendar
National labour legislation and statutory decrees governing public holidays in Turkey.
Turkey Public Holiday System & Legal Framework
Governing Legislation & Statutory Authority
National labour legislation and statutory decrees governing public holidays in Turkey.
Weekend In-Lieu Observance & Substitute Days
When national public holidays coincide with weekend days (Saturday or Sunday), statutory rollover rules or presidential/ministerial decrees typically designate the subsequent Monday as an official paid day off.
Statutory Annual Leave & Bridge Days (Ponts) Culture
Employees enjoy statutory annual leave entitlements under domestic labour law. Workers frequently combine public holidays with personal annual leave to produce extended bridge breaks.
Turkey Multi-Year Calendars & Downloads (2025–2028)
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Working Days Calculator
Calculate exact business days, work hours, and statutory holidays for Turkey (2026 & 2027) for payroll and contracts.
Long Weekends & Leave Planner
Discover all natural 3- and 4-day weekends, plus interactive bridge day strategies turning 1–2 days of annual leave into 5–9 days off.
Today's Public Holiday Status
Live local-timezone detector answering "Is today a public holiday in Turkey?" with next upcoming closures.
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Official sources & data
- Ulusal Bayram ve Genel Tatiller Hakkında Kanun (Kanun No. 2429)Visit sourceT.C. Cumhurbaşkanlığı Mevzuat Bilgi Sistemi
- Dini Günler ve Geceler Listesi 2026Visit sourceDiyanet İşleri Başkanlığı
Frequently Asked Questions About Turkey Public Holidays
How many statutory public holidays are observed in Turkey each year?
Turkey gazettes official public holidays annually through official government notices. The exact number of observed days is detailed in our official multi-year calendar above.
What happens when a public holiday falls on a weekend in Turkey?
Depending on official decrees, holidays falling on a weekend are commonly transferred to the following Monday to ensure workers receive their statutory paid entitlement.
Where can I download the official Turkey holiday calendar?
You can download free official calendar files directly on this page above in iCalendar (ICS for Apple/Google/Outlook), CSV spreadsheet, and printable PDF formats.
Are public holiday dates in Turkey officially confirmed?
Our records strictly track official government gazettes. Current year calendars are confirmed; upcoming provisional years are actively verified against astronomy or legislative circulars and flagged accordingly.
How can I calculate working days and business schedules in Turkey?
Visit our dedicated Working Days tool linked below, providing precise annual and monthly counts of business days, weekends, and statutory holidays for payroll and project planning.