Religious Holiday Date Finder

Ramazan, Kurban Bayramı, Mevlid and what they mean for travellers.

What this solves

Turkish religious holidays are based on the lunar Hijri calendar and shift ~10 days earlier each solar year. Diyanet (Religious Affairs Directorate) announces them a year or two ahead; dates below are based on the official 2024–2027 calendar. Each holiday has a clear tourism effect — Ramazan softens nightlife, Kurban Bayramı empties government offices, and Mevlid bumps domestic tourism in Konya.

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Limitations

Lunar dates can shift by 1 day based on moon sighting. Final confirmation is ~24h before.
Public-sector closures during Bayram typically 3.5 days; private sector usually 1.5 days.

FAQ

Is Ramazan a good time to visit?

Yes for culture; plan around İftar. The night-time atmosphere is unique.

Are museums closed?

MüzeKart sites usually open. Government offices and banks closed during Bayram.

Is shopping cheaper during Ramazan?

For tourism-targeted shops, slightly. Domestic hotels and flights unaffected. Bayram is actually the opposite — peak domestic tourism.