October 29 Republic Day 2028
Date: October 29, 2028 (Sunday)
Type: Public Holiday
Until next holiday
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History
Made Official In: 1925
On October 29, 1923, the Republic was proclaimed at the Grand National Assembly of Turkey, and Mustafa Kemal Pasha was elected as the first President. This date is the founding day of the Republic of Turkey. In 1925, it was declared a national holiday by Law No. 628 and is considered the most important national holiday of Turkey. The eve (October 28) is a half-day holiday in the afternoon.
Features
- Founding day of the Republic of Turkey (October 29, 1923)
- Turkey's most important national holiday
- Half-day holiday on the afternoon of the eve (October 28)
- Largest state ceremony at Anıtkabir
- Traditional torchlight processions, military parades
💡 Interesting Fact
The proclamation of the Republic took place at 8:30 PM on October 29, 1923. Atatürk's famous saying 'How happy is the one who calls themselves a Turk!' reflects the spirit of this holiday. The 100th anniversary of the Republic was celebrated in 2023.