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 |
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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 |