
Before the Republic Day, people wonder about the working conditions of schools and public institutions on October 28.
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29 October Republic Day is celebrated as a public holiday in Türkiye.
Whether schools will be closed on Wednesday, October 28, came to the fore before Republic Day. While preparations are continuing across the country for celebrations on October 29, Republic Day, students, teachers, and parents are investigating whether October 28 is a half-day or full-day holiday. So, is Wednesday, October 28th a school holiday or a half day? Here are the curious details.
IS WEDNESDAY, 28 OCTOBER 2026 HALF DAY OR PUBLIC HOLIDAY?
29 October Republic Day is considered a public holiday. The 29 October public holiday begins on the afternoon of 28 October.
In this case, tomorrow afternoon, Wednesday, October 28, will be considered a public holiday.
Public institutions and organizations, schools, banks and stock exchanges will work half-day and go on public holiday after 13.00.
ARE SCHOOLS CLOSED ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28?
Since October 28 is the eve of Republic Day, it is a public holiday starting from 13.00. For this reason, education and training in schools can continue until noon according to the school's curriculum. There is a public holiday in the afternoon.
ARE SCHOOLS CLOSED ON THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29?
October 29 Republic Day is celebrated as a public holiday throughout Türkiye. In this context, schools, public institutions and many workplaces will be closed on Thursday. Republic Day celebrations will be held with various events across the country.

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