Democracy and National Unity Day
Demokrasi ve Millî Birlik Günü
Details
- Country
Turkey- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- July 2026
- Long Weekends
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Business Impact
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
Notes
Commemorates the 2016 defense of democracy against an attempted coup and honors national unity.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Democracy and National Unity Day a public holiday in Turkey?
- Yes, Democracy and National Unity Day is an official public holiday in Turkey. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Democracy and National Unity Day 2026?
- Democracy and National Unity Day 2026 falls on July 15, 2026.
- What is Democracy and National Unity Day called locally in Turkey?
- Democracy and National Unity Day is locally known as "Demokrasi ve Millî Birlik Günü" in Turkey.