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Public Holidays in Bahrain in 2025: All You need to know

Updated: 5 days ago

Whether you're a seasoned traveller or a curious first-timer, planning your trip around Bahrain's public holidays in 2024 can be a rewarding experience. From the grandeur of national holidays to the merriment of religious holidays, Bahrain offers you a chance to immerse yourself in its joyous spirit and vibrant festivities.


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Bahrain Flag

Bahrain Holiday Calendar 2025


Presenting the Official Bahrain Holiday Calendar for 2025, featuring a comprehensive list of National Holidays, Religious Holidays, and Public Holidays in Bahrain throughout the year.

Date

Day

Occasion

January 1

Wednesday

New Year's Day

March 30

Sunday

Eid al-Fitr

March 31

Monday

Eid al-Fitr Holiday

April 1

Tuesday

Eid al-Fitr Holiday

May 1

Thursday

Labour Day

June 6

Friday

Eid al-Adha

June 7

Saturday

Eid al-Adha Holiday

June 8

Sunday

Eid al-Adha Holiday

June 26

Thursday

Islamic New Year

July 5

Saturday

Ashura

July 6

Sunday

Ashura Holiday

September 4

Thursday

Prophet Muhammad's Birthday

December 16

Tuesday

National Day

December 17

Wednesday

National Day Holiday


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  1. New Year's Day 2025

January 1st marks the start of the New Year 2025, and the first public holiday in Bahrain in 2025. Experiencing New Year's Day in Bahrain can be a fun and memorable way to usher in the new year, as it is celebrated annually with festivities, fireworks, gatherings and parties.

photo of massive skyscrapers that are lighten up with LEDs and fireworks are going off in the background
New Year's celebrations

Eid Al-Fitr in Bahrain is a joyous and vibrant celebration marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. It will be the first religious holiday of 2024 in Bahrain with most sources indicating that it be on the 10th of April.  Suggested Reads: 18 Best Places to Visit in Riyadh in 2025

  1. Eid Al-Adha

Eid Al-Adha, also known as the "Feast of Sacrifice," is a major religious holiday celebrated in Bahrain and across the Muslim world. Multiple sources indicate that it is expected to fall in June, with the majority specifying  June 17th.


  1. Islamic New Year (Muharram)

The Islamic New Year, also known as Muharram, is one of the biggest public holidays in Bahrain, holding immense cultural and religious importance for the country. In 2024, Muharram is speculated to fall in July, with most sources saying July 8th,2024.

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  1. The Prophet's Birthday (Mawlid Al-Nabi)

The Prophet's Birthday in Bahrain, also known as Mawlid Al-Nabi, is a public holiday observed on the 12th day of the Islamic month of Rabi al-Awwal, or as most sources speculate, on September 18th, 2024. 


  1. Bahrain National Day

The Bahrain National Day holiday is a two-day holiday. It takes place from December 16th to December 17th, and during this time, the National Day of Bahrain is celebrated with great enthusiasm and fervour throughout the country.


To learn more about the history of the national day of Bahrain, you can read “Bahrain National Day 2025: The Journey to a Modern Nation


two kids celebrating Bahrain national day and waving the Bahrain Flag.
Bahrain National Day

FAQs About Public Holidays in Bahrain in 2025


Q. How many public holidays will there be in Bahrain in 2025?

Bahrain will have 14 public holidays in 2025, including New Year’s Day, Eid al-Fitr (3 days), Eid al-Adha (3 days), Labor Day, Islamic New Year, Ashura (2 days), Prophet’s Birthday, and National Day (2 days). Dates for Islamic holidays may vary.


Q. Are there any long weekends in Bahrain in 2025?

Yes, Bahrain will have long weekends in 2025, including Eid al-Fitr (March 30–April 1), Eid al-Adha (June 6–8), Ashura (July 5–6), and National Day (December 16–17).



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