Bahrain public holidays 2026
Next public holiday (Bahrain): National Day, on Wednesday, December 16, 2026, 41 days from now.
- Public holidays
- 10
- On a weekend
- 2
- Long weekends
- 4
Bahrain public holidays 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| January 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day |
| March 20 | Friday | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) |
| May 1 | Friday | Labour Day |
| May 26 | Tuesday | Arafat Day |
| May 27 – May 29 | Wednesday | Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) |
| June 16 | Tuesday | Islamic New Year |
| June 25 | Thursday | Day of Ashura |
| August 25 | Tuesday | Birthday of Muhammad (Mawlid) |
| December 16 | Wednesday | National Day |
| December 17 | Thursday | Accession Day |
Long weekends and bridge days 2026
- January 1 – January 33 days off
- May 26 – May 305 days off
- June 25 – June 273 days off
- December 16 – December 194 days off
National public holidays. Regional holidays, bridge days decreed each year and Islamic dates (set by moon sighting) may differ. Holiday data: date-holidays (CC BY 3.0).
Other years
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Bahrain have in 2026?
Bahrain has 10 public holidays in 2026; 2 of them fall on a weekend.
When is the next public holiday in Bahrain?
Next public holiday (Bahrain): National Day, on Wednesday, December 16, 2026, 41 days from now.
How many long weekends are there in 2026?
In 2026, Bahrain has 4 long weekends of three days or more, and 0 more if you take one bridge day off.