Republic Day
Nationwide public holiday in Türkiye · Cumhuriyet Bayramı
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 29 October | Thursday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 29 October | Friday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Türkiye.
Is it a day off?
Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.
Make it longer
Take Friday 30 October off and get 4 days in a row (Thu 29 Oct – Sun 1 Nov).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Ankara around 29 October: high 16°C (61°F), low 4°C (39°F), rain on 9% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Ankara. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Thursday 29 October in Ankara: (MET Norway)
About Republic Day
Republic Day on 29 October marks the proclamation of the Republic of Türkiye in 1923 by the Grand National Assembly, after the War of Independence. On the same day Mustafa Kemal Atatürk was elected as the first president of the Republic. It is one of the most important national holidays in Türkiye.
Traditions
Official ceremonies take place across the country, and state officials visit Anıtkabir, the mausoleum of Atatürk in Ankara. Streets and buildings are decorated with flags, and many cities hold parades, concerts, fireworks and evening torchlight processions. Schools hold celebrations in the days around the holiday.
Editorial summary by Public Holidays World. Dates on this page come from the data source; customs vary by region and family.
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.