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.
Bahrain Holiday Calendar 2024
Presenting the Official Bahrain Holiday Calendar for 2024, featuring a comprehensive list of National Holidays, Religious Holidays, and Public Holidays in Bahrain throughout the year.
Bahrain National holidays | Date | Day | Number of holiday days |
New Year's Day | 1 January | Monday | 1 |
Eid Al-Fitr | 10-12 April (Tentative Date) | Wednesday | 3 |
Labour Day | 1 May | Wednesday | 1 |
Arafat Day | 16 June (Tentative Date) | Sunday | 1 |
Eid Al-Adha | 17-19 June (Tentative Date) | Monday | 3 |
Islamic New Year (Muharram) | 8 July (Tentative Date) | Monday | 1 |
Ashura | 16 July (Tentative Date) | Tuesday | 2 |
The Prophet's Birthday (Mawlid Al-Nabi) | 15 September (Tentative Date) | Sunday | 1 |
Bahrain National Day | 16-17 December | Monday | 2 |
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New Year's Day
Monday, January 1st, marks the start of the New Year 2024, and the first public holiday in Bahrain in 2024. 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.
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.
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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.
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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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.
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 2023: The Journey to a Modern Nation”
FAQs About Public Holidays in Bahrain in 2024
Q. How many public holidays are there in Bahrain in 2024?
A. There is a total of 9 public holidays in Bahrain in 2024, with 15 days as public holidays, 9 of them being Bahrain government holidays.
Q. Are there any long weekends in Bahrain in 2024?
A. Yes, there are a total of 5 long weekends in Bahrain in 2024:
New Year’s Day
Eid Al-Fitr
Eid Al-Adha
Islamic New Year (Muharram)
Bahrain National Day
So, why not plan a trip to Bahrain in 2024 with Almosafer? And book the best hotels Bahrain has to offer during your stay.
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