Victory Day
Nationwide public holiday in Türkiye · Zafer Bayramı
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 30 August | Sunday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 30 August | Monday | 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
Sat 28 Aug – Mon 30 Aug is a 3-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Ankara around 30 August: high 30°C (87°F), low 15°C (58°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 Monday 30 August in Ankara: (MET Norway)
About Victory Day
Victory Day on 30 August commemorates the Battle of Dumlupınar in 1922, the decisive battle of the Great Offensive in the Turkish War of Independence. The victory, achieved under the command of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, led to the end of the war and prepared the way for the founding of the Republic. The day is also celebrated as the day of the Turkish Armed Forces.
Traditions
Official and military ceremonies are held in many cities, and wreaths are laid at monuments to Atatürk and to those who died in the war. The national flag is displayed widely on buildings and in public spaces.
Editorial summary by Public Holidays World. Dates on this page come from the data source; customs vary by region and family.
Coming up next in Türkiye
Friday, 29 October 2027
Victory Day in other countries
Azerbaijan
Bangladesh
Kazakhstan
Kyrgyzstan
Maldives
Tajikistan
Belarus
Cuba
Czechia
Estonia
France
French Guiana
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.