2026 Official Holidays: Full List and Leave Bridging Guide - dailydrive
A new year means new hopes and, of course, new holiday plans! Looking at the calendar leaves, 2026 offers wonderful opportunities that will make employees smile. Especially national holidays falling on weekdays and religious festivals spreading over the spring months can turn into long-term getaways with the right planning.
As DailyDrive editors, we have gathered all the official holidays of 2026 in a single table and calculated how you can use your leave "strategically". Prepare your agenda and your rental car now; here is the 2026 holiday calendar!
2026 Official Holidays Table
In the list below, you can see all official holidays in 2026 day by day, including the Eve (Arefe) days.
|
Holiday Name |
Date |
Day |
Duration / Note |
|
New Year's Day |
January 1, 2026 |
Thursday |
1 Day |
|
Ramadan Feast Eve |
March 20, 2026 |
Friday |
Half Day (Afternoon) |
|
Ramadan Feast (Day 1) |
March 21, 2026 |
Saturday |
Full Day |
|
Ramadan Feast (Day 2) |
March 22, 2026 |
Sunday |
Full Day |
|
Ramadan Feast (Day 3) |
March 23, 2026 |
Monday |
Full Day |
|
National Sovereignty & Children's Day |
April 23, 2026 |
Thursday |
1 Day |
|
Labor and Solidarity Day |
May 1, 2026 |
Friday |
1 Day (3 Days with Weekend) |
|
Commemoration of Atatürk, Youth & Sports Day |
May 19, 2026 |
Tuesday |
1 Day |
|
Eid al-Adha Eve |
May 27, 2026 |
Wednesday |
Half Day (Afternoon) |
|
Eid al-Adha (Day 1) |
May 28, 2026 |
Thursday |
Full Day |
|
Eid al-Adha (Day 2) |
May 29, 2026 |
Friday |
Full Day |
|
Eid al-Adha (Day 3) |
May 30, 2026 |
Saturday |
Full Day |
|
Eid al-Adha (Day 4) |
May 31, 2026 |
Sunday |
Full Day |
|
Democracy and National Unity Day |
July 15, 2026 |
Wednesday |
1 Day |
|
Victory Day |
August 30, 2026 |
Sunday |
1 Day (Falls on Weekend) |
|
Republic Day |
October 29, 2026 |
Thursday |
1 Day |
Note: Religious holiday dates are listed based on the Presidency of Religious Affairs calendar. Source: Diyanet Religious Days List
Periods Extendable with Leave (Strategic Holiday Plan)
The 2026 calendar is full of opportunities that can turn into long vacations with small touches. Here are "bridge" holidays you can take by using only 1-2 days of your annual leave:
- New Year (4 Days): January 1 falls on a Thursday. If you take 1 day off for Friday, January 2, you can combine it with the weekend to have a holiday for the first 4 days of the year. A great opportunity for winter holiday lovers!
- April 23 (4 Days): April 23 is a Thursday. Again, taking 1 day off on Friday (April 24) offers you a 4-day spring getaway.
- May 19 (4 Days): May 19 falls on a Tuesday. If you bridge Monday (May 18), you will have a 4-day holiday from Saturday to Tuesday.
- October 29 (4 Days): Republic Day is also on a Thursday. By bridging Friday, you can enjoy autumn with a long weekend.
Car Recommendations for 2026 Holiday Routes
Planning ahead for these long weekends and holidays saves your budget and ensures you find the vehicle you want.
- Out-of-Town Getaways: Consider SUV car rental options for a comfortable journey with your family during 4-day holidays like New Year's or April 23. Large luggage capacity ensures safe driving in winter and spring conditions.
- Practical and Economical Trips: If you plan to go to closer routes or the coastline during holidays like May 1 or May 19, fuel-saving hatchback car rental models will be the smartest choice.
- For Comfort Seekers: Our sedan car rental fleet is always ready for those who do not want to get tired on long roads and love prestige.
Mark your 2026 calendar now, determine your route, and enjoy hitting the road with DailyDrive!
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