Bahrain’s 2026 public holiday calendar includes national, religious and civic observances. The schedule below reflects official holiday circulars, including compensatory days announced for ministries and public institutions.
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Public holidays in Bahrain in 2026
Bahrain observes Gregorian New Year, Labour Day, National Day and several Islamic holidays. Islamic holiday dates follow the Hijri calendar and may depend on the official moon sighting.
Compensatory holidays in 2026
Several holidays fell on Bahrain’s Friday–Saturday weekend. Government circulars provided compensatory days for public institutions: March 23 and 24 for Eid al-Fitr, May 3 for Labour Day, May 31 for Eid al-Adha, and June 28 for Ashura.
These replacement dates are specified in circulars for ministries and public institutions. Private-sector holiday arrangements may differ.
Frequently asked questions
How many public holiday dates are listed for Bahrain in 2026?
The calendar lists 20 dates, including compensatory days announced for public institutions.
What is Bahrain’s country code?
Bahrain’s ISO alpha-2 country code is BH.
Why are March 23 and 24 listed as Eid al-Fitr holidays?
The Eid al-Fitr holiday overlapped with Friday and Saturday, Bahrain’s official weekend. The government extended the public-institution holiday by two days to compensate.
Is May 3, 2026 a Labour Day holiday?
Yes. May 1 was Labour Day and fell on Friday, so the government designated Sunday, May 3 as a compensatory holiday for ministries and public institutions.
Why is May 31 included in the Eid al-Adha holiday period?
The Eid al-Adha holiday included Friday, May 29. The government circular designated Sunday, May 31 as the compensatory day.
When are the Ashura holidays in Bahrain in 2026?
The official holidays are June 25 and 26. June 28 is the compensatory day for public institutions.
Are Islamic holiday dates fixed each year?
No. They follow the Hijri calendar, and some dates depend on the official moon sighting. Check current government announcements when planning around future dates.
Official sources
- Central Bank of Bahrain: Official Bank Holidays
- Bahrain Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications: 2026 Public Holidays
- Prime Minister’s Office: Eid al-Fitr holiday circular
- Prime Minister’s Office: Labour Day holiday circular
- Prime Minister’s Office: Eid al-Adha holiday circular
- Crown Prince’s official website: Ashura holiday circular
- Prime Minister’s Office: Hijri New Year holiday circular
- Crown Prince’s official website: Prophet Mohammed’s Birthday holiday circular
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