Public holiday in Türkiye
Ramazan Bayramı in Türkiye
Friday, March 20, 2026
Nationwide public holiday
Ramazan Bayramı is the holiday that ends Ramadan in Türkiye and is observed nationwide as a public holiday. It is one of the main times in the Turkish calendar for family visits and communal prayer.
About Ramazan Bayramı in Türkiye
In Türkiye, Ramazan Bayramı marks the close of the Ramadan fast and the beginning of three days of celebration. It is observed across the country as a public holiday, so it has practical importance as well as religious meaning for many people. The days are often planned around travel, family gatherings and visiting relatives, especially in larger cities where many people return to their hometowns. The holiday also creates a clear break in the spring calendar, coming immediately after a month of fasting and evening meal routines during Ramadan.
History
Ramazan Bayramı is the Turkish name for the feast of Eid al-Fitr, which has been observed in Muslim societies for centuries. In modern Türkiye, it has long been part of the public-holiday calendar as one of the two major bayram holidays.
Traditions
Common traditions include the bayramlaşma round of visits, in which younger people greet elders, relatives and neighbors. Sweet foods are typical, especially Turkish delight, baklava and other desserts offered to guests. Many people attend the bayram prayer at local mosques and then spend the rest of the day visiting family or receiving visitors at home.
How Ramazan Bayramı is celebrated in Türkiye
The holiday is usually marked by a strong emphasis on home visits, shared meals and greetings between family members. People often wear their best clothes, children may receive gifts or sweets, and many households prepare for a steady flow of guests over the holiday period. Public life in many places becomes quieter than usual as people focus on family commitments and travel.
Interesting facts
The word bayram is used in Türkiye for major festivals and holidays, not only for Ramazan Bayramı. Ramazan Bayramı is one of the two major bayram holidays in Türkiye, alongside Kurban Bayramı.
Dates in published calendars
| Year | Holiday date | Observed date | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 20 Mar 2026 | — | Nationwide |
Import sources
- Generic ICS feed
An import is not an independent verification.