Holidays in Bahrain in 2026

This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Bahrain in 2026. Public holidays are special days that everyone gets off work, while observances are traditional celebrations and events that are popular in a particular country without a day-off work status. Some dates may be modified as official changes are announced, so please check this page in advance before visiting Bahrain.

Holiday name Holiday location / Date Holiday type
New Year Bahrain
January 1 2026, Thursday
National
Eid al-Fitr Bahrain
March 20 2026, Friday
National
March Equinox Bahrain
March 20 2026, Friday
Seasonal
Eid al-Fitr Holiday Bahrain
March 21 2026, Saturday
National
Eid al-Fitr Holiday Bahrain
March 22 2026, Sunday
National
May Day Bahrain
May 1 2026, Friday
National
Arafat Day Bahrain
May 26 2026, Tuesday
National
Eid al-Adha Bahrain
May 27 2026, Wednesday
National
Eid al-Adha Holiday Bahrain
May 28 2026, Thursday
National
Eid al-Adha Holiday Bahrain
May 29 2026, Friday
National
Muharram Bahrain
June 17 2026, Wednesday
National
June Solstice Bahrain
June 21 2026, Sunday
Seasonal
Ashoora Bahrain
June 26 2026, Friday
National
Ashoora (second day) Bahrain
June 27 2026, Saturday
National
The Prophet's Birthday Bahrain
August 26 2026, Wednesday
National
September Equinox Bahrain
September 23 2026, Wednesday
Seasonal
National Day Bahrain
December 16 2026, Wednesday
National
National Day (second day) Bahrain
December 17 2026, Thursday
National
December Solstice Bahrain
December 21 2026, Monday
Seasonal