Bahrain Public Holidays 2025
Bahrain observes 10 public holidays in 2025. The table below lists every nationwide holiday with its date and weekday. Regional holidays and non-official observances are marked separately.
2025 at a glance
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All holidays in 2025
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Wednesday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Mar 30 | Sunday | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) | Public |
| May 1 | Thursday | Labour Day | Public |
| Jun 5 | Thursday | Arafat Day | Public |
| Jun 6 | Friday | Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) | Public |
| Jun 26 | Thursday | Islamic New Year | Public |
| Jul 5 | Saturday | Day of Ashura | Public |
| Sep 4 | Thursday | Birthday of Muhammad (Mawlid) | Public |
| Dec 16 | Tuesday | National Day | Public |
| Dec 17 | Wednesday | Accession Day | Public |
Data source: the open-source date-holidays dataset. Verify critical dates with official government sources. · Last updated: July 20, 2026
About public holidays in Bahrain
Public holidays in Bahrain are days when most schools, banks, government offices and many businesses are closed nationwide. Dates for religious and lunar-calendar holidays can shift from year to year, and governments occasionally move observed dates when a holiday falls on a weekend. Always confirm critical dates with an official source before booking travel or scheduling business.
Frequently asked questions
- How many public holidays does Bahrain have in 2025?
- Bahrain has 10 nationwide public holidays in 2025, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Bahrain?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Bahrain close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.