May 19 Holiday in Turkey: What’s Open and Closed
Turkey is hitting pause tomorrow: May 19 is an official public holiday
On May 19, the country celebrates Atatürk Memorial Day, Youth and Sports Day — one of Turkey’s major national holidays.
What you need to know:
- Government offices, schools, and banks will be closed
- Shops and shopping malls will mostly remain open
- Some services may operate on reduced hours
If you’re planning anything for tomorrow, it’s better to double-check opening hours to avoid surprises.
