New Year's Day
Jan 1 – 4
4days off
Thu1★
Fri2↓ off
Sat3·
Sun4·
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Long weekends
Long Weekends in Turkey 2026
1Long weekends
4Bridge days
19Total days off
4Vacation days to take
Take 4 vacation days this year and enjoy 19 days off in total.
Ramadan Feast (Eid al-Fitr)
Mar 20 – Apr 1
13days off
Fri20★
Sat21·
Sun22·
Mon23↓ off
Tue24↓ off
Wed25↓ off
Thu26↓ off
Fri27↓ off
Sat28·
Sun29·
Mon30↓ off
Tue31↓ off
Wed1↓ off
13-day holiday period.
National Sovereignty and Children's Day
Apr 23 – 26
4days off
Thu23★
Fri24↓ off
Sat25·
Sun26·
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Labour and Solidarity Day
May 1 – 3
3days off
Fri1★
Sat2·
Sun3·
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Commemoration of Atatürk, Youth and Sports Day
May 16 – 19
4days off
Sat16·
Sun17·
Mon18↓ off
Tue19★
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Eid al-Adha
May 27 – 31
5days off
Wed27★
Thu28↓ off
Fri29↓ off
Sat30·
Sun31·
5-day holiday period.
Republic Day
Oct 29 – Nov 1
4days off
Thu29★
Fri30↓ off
Sat31·
Sun1·
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
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Frequently asked questions
What is a long weekend in Turkey?
A long weekend in Turkey occurs when a public holiday falls on a Monday or Friday, giving you a 3-day weekend without using any vacation days.
What is a bridge day?
A bridge day is a working day between a public holiday and a weekend. Taking that one day off creates a stretch of 4 or more consecutive days off. For example, if a holiday falls on Thursday, taking Friday off gives you a 4-day weekend.
How many long weekend opportunities are there in Turkey in 2026?
In 2026, Turkey has 5 vacation extension opportunities — a combination of natural long weekends and bridge days.
When are the best long weekends to travel in Turkey in 2026?
The best long weekends for travel in Turkey depend on the season and your destination. Spring and autumn bridge days often offer the best mix of good weather and fewer crowds.