Bangladesh Public & National Holidays (2026)

Officially known as the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, Bangladesh is a country in South Asia with a total land area of 147,570 square kilometres (56,980 sq mi). It has a population of 163.05 million.

With a Muslim population of about 152 million, Bangladesh holds special reverence to Islamic holidays such as Eid ul-Azha, Eid al-Fitr, and others. These holidays are important celebrations in the Muslim world. Want to visit Bangladesh? Remember the important dates of major Bangladesh public holidays.

Public holidays in Bangladesh consist of national and religious holidays. During public holidays, most businesses are closed and employees enjoy paid leave.

When are public holidays in Bangladesh?

Which are the public holidays in Bangladesh?

Language Martyr’s Day
A major public holiday in Bangladesh, the Language Martyr’s Day is celebrated on February 21st of every year. It commemorates the fallen people who fought for the struggle for Bengali language.

Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s birthday
Sheikh Mujibur is considered the Father of the Nation. This public holiday commemorates his life and his contributions. He is also known as the Bangabandhu (“Friend of Bengal”).

Independence Day
This public holiday marks Bangladesh’s declaration of independence in 1971. It is observed every 26th of March.

Bengali New Year
Considered the first day of the Bengali calendar, Bengali New Year is a public holiday and also known as ‘Pohela Boishakh’.

Shab e-Barat
Known as the Night of Records, Shab e-Barat is also considered the Night of Fortune and Forgiveness observed every 14th night of Sha’aban. It’s an Islamic holiday.

Buddha Purnima
A sacred Buddhist holiday, Buddha Purnima is the day the Buddha was born. It is one of the Buddhist festivals which is highly celebrated.

Jumatul Bidah
This holiday marks the last Friday of the month of Ramadan.

Night of Destiny
Celebrated on the 27th day of the month of Ramadan, the Night of Destiny is also known as Laylat al-Qadr or Shab e-Qadr. It was the night that the first verse of the Quran was revealed to Prophet Mohammed.

Eid al-Fitr
Eid al-Fitr is the feast of the breaking of the fast. It is a festive celebration after the month of Ramadan, when Muslims fast and pray for 1 month during daylight.

Eid-ul-Azha
Eid ul-Azha is the greater Eid, which commemorates the sacrifices made by Abraham to God, when he wanted to offer his son. Muslims in Bangladesh also celebrate this holiday with enthusiasm.

National Mourning Day
Another public holiday in Bangladesh, National Mourning Day commemorates the murder of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the Father of the Nation.

Janmashtami
A Hindu Festival, Janmashtami is celebrated in Bangladesh and other regions in India. The holiday is celebrated on the Ashtami (eighth day) of Krishna Paksha (dark fortnight) in the month of Shravana or Bhadra in the Hindu calendar.

Ashura
Ashura is the 10th day of Muharram (a month in the Islamic calendar). It remembers the Muharram, a holy event in Islamic history.

Durga Puja
Durga Puja, also known as Durgotsava or Mahashtami, is a Hindu festival in South Asia that celebrates the worship of the goddess Durga.  This holiday celebrates the goddess of Hindus.

Maulud Nabi
This holiday commemorates the day Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) was born on 12 Rabiulawal in 570 AD.

Victory Day
Celebrated every 16th of December, Victory Day or ‘Bijôy Dibôs’ commemorates the victory of the Allied forces High Command over the Pakistani forces in the Bangladesh Liberation War in 1971.

Christmas Day
Christmas is a Christian holiday celebrated every December 25th. It marks the birth of Jesus.

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