The Turkish Consulate General in New York will host a special celebration to commemorate the 104th anniversary of August 30 Victory Day, one of the most significant dates in the history of the Republic of Türkiye.
According to the Consulate General’s announcement, the event will take place at the Turkish House (Türkevi) in New York on Monday, August 31, 2026, at 1:00 p.m.
Turkish citizens living in New York and the surrounding area have been invited to attend the gathering and commemorate the historic victory together.
Advance confirmation required
Those wishing to attend the program are asked to confirm their participation in advance by contacting events.newyork@mfa.gov.tr.
The event will provide an opportunity for members of the Turkish community in the United States to come together in celebration of August 30 Victory Day.
Turkish House continues to host Victory Day celebrations
Located in Manhattan across from the United Nations headquarters, the Turkish House serves as one of Türkiye’s most prominent diplomatic and community centers in the United States.
The venue has also hosted Victory Day and Turkish Armed Forces Day commemorations in previous years, bringing together Turkish diplomats, military officials, representatives of Turkish-American organizations and members of the community.
Türkiye marks the 104th anniversary of the Great Victory
August 30 Victory Day commemorates the decisive victory achieved under the leadership of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk during the Great Offensive in 1922, a crucial milestone in Türkiye’s War of Independence.
In 2026, Türkiye will commemorate the 104th anniversary of the Great Victory, with ceremonies and events expected to be held across the country as well as at Turkish diplomatic missions around the world.
The New York program will bring members of the Turkish community together at the Turkish House to commemorate the historic victory and celebrate August 30 Victory Day.
