2025 Public Holiday Calendar

The year 2025 will be a year in which many important public holidays will be celebrated in Turkey. Throughout the year, various holidays, national celebrations and public holidays will provide opportunities for workers and students to relax and celebrate. Here is the public holiday calendar in Turkey for 2025:

2025 Public Holiday Calendar Summary

New Year's Eve (Wednesday, January 1, 2025)

The first day of 2025, January 1, will be celebrated as New Year's Eve in Turkey, as it is all over the world. This holiday, which falls in the middle of the week due to being on a Wednesday, will mark the beginning of a weekend holiday for many people.

Eid al-Fitr (March 29 – April 1, 2025)

The Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of the month of Ramadan, begins on Saturday, March 29 and ends on Tuesday, April 1. While the first three days of the holiday are considered official holidays, the Eid al-Fitr Eve on March 29 has been designated as a half-day holiday. The first day of the holiday will be celebrated on Sunday, March 30, the second day on Monday, March 31, and the third day on Tuesday, April 1, respectively.

National Sovereignty and Children's Day (Wednesday, April 23, 2025)

One of Turkey's most important national holidays, National Sovereignty and Children's Day, will be celebrated on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. With the opening of the Turkish Grand National Assembly in 1920, the holiday on this date gains meaning with special events for children.

Labor and Solidarity Day (Thursday, May 1, 2025)

May 1 Labor and Solidarity Day is celebrated every year as a symbol of workers' rights and labor struggle. In 2025, May 1, which is a Thursday, will host important events in workplaces and schools as a mid-week holiday.

Commemoration of Atatürk, Youth and Sports Day (Monday, May 19, 2025)

May 19, 2025 will be celebrated as the Commemoration of Atatürk, Youth and Sports Day, commemorating the historic day when Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of the Republic of Turkey, landed in Samsun and started the War of Independence. This year's celebrations will be quite meaningful, as 2025 is the 100th anniversary of the holiday. Being on a Monday could turn the holiday into a long weekend.

Eid al-Adha (June 6-9, 2025)

Eid al-Adha will begin on Friday, June 6, and end on Monday, June 9. The first three days of the holiday will be a public holiday, but Thursday, June 5, will be celebrated as Eid al-Adha Eve (half day). This holiday is of great importance, especially in terms of fulfilling religious obligations.

Democracy and National Unity Day (Tuesday, July 15, 2025)

July 15th has been accepted as Democracy and National Unity Day, symbolizing Turkey's commitment to democracy and national unity. This holiday, which falls on a Tuesday in 2025, will gain even more meaning, especially with the commemorations on the anniversary of the coup attempt on July 15, 2016.

Victory Day (Saturday, August 30, 2025)

Victory Day is held on August 30 to celebrate the victory of the Great Offensive, a significant turning point in Turkey's struggle for independence. Since it falls on a Saturday, Victory Day will be combined with the weekend holiday and will be commemorated with various celebrations open to public participation.

Republic Day (Wednesday, October 29, 2025)

The declaration of the Republic took place on October 29, 1923. Republic Day is celebrated with enthusiasm on this date. In 2025, Wednesday, October 29 will be an official holiday, and Tuesday, October 28, the eve of Republic Day, has been accepted as a half-day holiday.

The year 2025 will be an important year in terms of the variety and meaning of official holidays in Turkey. While holiday opportunities are offered to employees and students at different times of the year, national holidays and religious celebrations will also be celebrated enthusiastically with the participation of the public. Holidays, especially those on weekdays, may require holiday planning in workplaces and schools.