{"id":160537,"date":"2025-12-05T06:56:38","date_gmt":"2025-12-05T06:56:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zimyo.com\/middle-east\/?p=160537"},"modified":"2026-03-03T04:19:56","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T04:19:56","slug":"public-holidays-in-bahrain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zimyo.com\/middle-east\/insights\/public-holidays-in-bahrain\/","title":{"rendered":"List of Public Holidays in Bahrain 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Public\u00a0holidays\u00a0in\u00a0Bahrain\u00a0are deeply rooted in faith, heritage, and national pride. Whether you are a resident, an expatriate professional, or a traveler exploring Bahrain, understanding the\u00a0Bahrain\u00a0public\u00a0holidays\u00a0helps you plan work schedules, administrative processes,\u00a0payroll<\/a>, travel, and personal commitments with ease.\u00a0<\/p>

Bahrain is known for its cultural harmony, hospitality, and rich Islamic traditions. These values reflect strongly in the way\u00a0public\u00a0holidays\u00a0are observed. More than days off from work, Bahrain\u2019s official holidays symbolize unity, spirituality, remembrance, and community bonds.\u00a0<\/p>

Below is the complete overview of\u00a0public\u00a0holidays\u00a0in\u00a0Bahrain\u00a02026, followed by detailed explanations of their significance and observance.\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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List of Public Holidays in Bahrain 2026 <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Date<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Day of the week<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Holiday<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

1 January 2026<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Thursday<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

New Year\u2019s Day<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

20-22\u00a0March\u00a02026<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Friday-Sunday<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Eid Al Fitr\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

1 May 2026<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Friday<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Labour Day<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

27\u00a0May 2026<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Wednesday<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Arafat Day<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

28\u201330 May 2026<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Thursday\u2013Saturday<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Eid Al Adha<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

16\u00a0June 2026<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Tuesday<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Islamic New Year<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

26 June 2026<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Friday<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Ashoora<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

25 August\u00a02026<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Tuesday<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Milad Al Nabi<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

16 December 2026<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Wednesday<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Bahrain National Day<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

Note:<\/strong>
All the above Bahrain public holiday dates for 2026 are tentative and may change based on official government announcements and moon-sighting for Islamic holidays. It\u2019s advisable to check updated circulars closer to each holiday.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Major Details Public Holidays in Bahrain 2026 <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Below are detailed descriptions of the main\u00a0<\/span>Bahrain public holidays<\/span>, along with their historical and spiritual relevance. These\u00a0<\/span>public holidays in Bahrain\u00a0<\/span>insights help residents,\u00a0business necessity,\u00a0and global visitors prepare better for the year.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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New Year's Day: <\/b>1 January 2026<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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New Year\u2019s Day marks the beginning of the Gregorian calendar year<\/span>\u00a0with one of the public holidays in Bahrain<\/span>. While not religious, it is recognized as an official national holiday in Bahrain. Businesses, banks, and\u00a0<\/span>public institutions\u00a0<\/span>remain<\/span>\u00a0closed, giving families time to relax and prepare for the year ahead.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Eid Al Fitr :<\/b> 20-22 March 2026 <\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Eid Al Fitr marks the end of Ramadan and is among the most widely celebrated\u00a0<\/span>public\u00a0<\/span>hol<\/span>idays\u00a0<\/span>in\u00a0<\/span>B<\/span>ahrain<\/span>. The atmosphere becomes festive as families gather, exchange greetings, and donate to charity. Like other Islamic holidays, Eid dates vary each year based on moon sighting, making it a key\u00a0<\/span>component<\/span>\u00a0of Bahrain\u2019s lunar-based holiday calendar.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Labour Day:<\/b> 1 May 2026 <\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Labour<\/span>\u00a0Day is celebrated on\u00a0<\/span><\/span>1 May 2026<\/span><\/span>\u00a0in Bahrain to appreciate the services provided by workers in both the\u00a0<\/span>public\u00a0<\/span>and private sectors. It is considered a\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Bahrain\u00a0<\/span>public\u00a0<\/span>hol<\/span>iday<\/span><\/span>, and this gives a worker\u00a0<\/span>ample opportunity<\/span>\u00a0for rest in recognition of their services to national development. Many organizations are closed on this day to let workers relax or be with their families.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Arafat Day:<\/b> 27 May 2026 <\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Arafat Day is\u00a0<\/span>observed<\/span>\u00a0on the 9th day of Dhul\u00a0<\/span>Hijjah<\/span>, and is considered one of the most sacred days in Islam.\u00a0<\/span>It r<\/span>ecognizes it as a\u00a0<\/span>public holiday<\/span>s<\/span>\u00a0in Bahrain<\/span>\u00a0marked by prayer and reflection. For many, it is a moment of spiritual renewal ahead of Eid Al Adha<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>bahrain<\/span>\u00a0weekly holiday<\/span>.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Eid Al Adha:<\/b> 28-30 May 2026 <\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Eid Al Adha, the \u201cFestival of Sacrifice,\u201d honors Prophet Ibrahim\u2019s devotion and faith. In Bahrain, families\u00a0<\/span>participate<\/span>\u00a0in early morning prayers, share meals with relatives, and contribute to charitable activities. Offices and government bodies\u00a0<\/span>with public\u00a0<\/span>holidays in<\/span>\u00a0Bahrain\u00a0<\/span>remain closed as communities join in the celebrations.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Islamic New Year:<\/b> 16 June 2026 <\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The Islamic New Year or Hijri New Year marks the beginning of the Islamic lunar calendar. In Bahrain, it is\u00a0<\/span>observed<\/span>\u00a0with calm reflection, prayers, and community gatherings. The day is recognized as a\u00a0<\/span>public\u00a0<\/span>hol<\/span>iday across both\u00a0<\/span>public\u00a0<\/span>and private sectors.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Ashoora:<\/b> 26 June 2026 <\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Ashoora<\/span>, which falls on 26 June 2026, is one of the most important religious\u00a0<\/span>public\u00a0<\/span>hol<\/span>idays\u00a0<\/span>in\u00a0<\/span>B<\/span>ahrain<\/span>\u00a0and is steeped in spiritual contemplation. It celebrates the martyrdom of Imam Hussain and is\u00a0<\/span>observed<\/span>\u00a0through prayers, gatherings, and traditional rituals. Communities across\u00a0<\/span>Bahrain\u00a0<\/a>observe<\/span>\u00a0this in acts of remembrance, charity, and cultural expression.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Milad Al Nabi:<\/b> 25 August 2026 <\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Milad Al Nabi celebrates the birth of Prophet Muhammad and is\u00a0<\/span>observed<\/span>\u00a0with religious lectures, Quranic recitation, and community prayers. T<\/span>hese public holidays<\/span>\u00a0in Bahrain<\/span>\u00a0acknowledges this day as one of its significant cultural and spiritual\u00a0<\/span>public holidays, celebrated with reverence and respect.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Bahrain National Day:<\/b> 16 December 2026 <\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Moreover, Bahrain National Day and the Day of the Accession are two of the most patriotic holidays in the country. Celebrations include:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>