Religious Holidays
Religious Holidays (dates vary based on the Islamic lunar calendar):
This page lists Turkey’s religious holidays with their dates and short descriptions. From Ramazan Bayramı (Eid al-Fitr) to Kurban Bayramı (Eid-al Ada), discover each holiday’s significance and how it is celebrated across the country.
Religious holiday dates vary across years. The authorities can add more holiday days depending on school holidays and weekends.
Eid al-Fitr (Ramazan Bayramı) — 3-day holiday
- Celebrated at the end of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting.
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Arefe (eve): 19 March 2026 (Thursday)
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Day 1: 20 March 2026 (Friday)
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Day 2: 21 March 2026 (Saturday)
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Day 3: 22 March 2026 (Sunday)
Eid al-Adha (Kurban Bayramı) — 4-day holiday
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Arefe (eve): 26 May 2026 (Tuesday)
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Day 1: 27 May 2026 (Wednesday)
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Day 2: 28 May 2026 (Thursday)
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Day 3: 29 May 2026 (Friday)
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Day 4: 30 May 2026 (Saturday)
Ramazan Bayramı (Eid al-Fitr)
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When: March 20–22, 2026
- Description: Also called the Sugar Feast, it marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting. Families gather, share sweet treats, give gifts (especially to children), and visit friends and relatives. Charity to the needy (Zakat al-Fitr) is an important tradition
Kurban Bayramı (Eid al-Adha)
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When: May 27–30, 2026
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Description: Known as the Sacrifice Feast, it commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to Allah. Families perform a ritual animal sacrifice (usually sheep or cow), share meat with family, neighbors, and the needy, and attend prayers at mosques. It’s a time of generosity, reflection, and community.