Islamic New Year
ObservanceNotable
Details
- Country
Turkey- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Observance
- Gazetted
- No — not an official day off
- Month
- June 2026
- Long Weekends
- View opportunities
- Date may vary
- ±1 days (Based on lunar sighting)
Avoid booking non-refundable travel on these exact dates. Check closer to the date for confirmation.
Date may be approximate
Business Impact
- Impact Description
- This is an observance. Most businesses and government offices remain open.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Islamic New Year a public holiday in Turkey?
- Islamic New Year is a Observance in Turkey, but it is not an official public holiday. Most businesses remain open.
- When is Islamic New Year 2026?
- Islamic New Year 2026 falls on June 17, 2026.
Islamic New Year
First day of Muharram, the Islamic calendar new year. Observed with reflection and prayer rather than celebration in most traditions.
| Country | Date | Day | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turkey(current) | Jun 17, 2026 | Wed | — |
 Indonesia | Jun 16, 2026 | Tue | Reduced Operations |
 United Arab Emirates | Jun 16, 2026 | Tue | Normal Operations |
 Sudan | Jun 17, 2026 | Wed | Reduced Operations |
 Syria | Jun 17, 2026 | Wed | Reduced Operations |
 Afghanistan | Jun 17, 2026 | Wed | Reduced Operations |
 Yemen | Jun 17, 2026 | Wed | Reduced Operations |
 Malaysia | Jun 17, 2026 | Wed | Reduced Operations |
 Iraq | Jun 17, 2026 | Wed | Reduced Operations |
 Maldives | Jun 17, 2026 | Wed | — |