Public Holidays in Bangladesh 2026

15 holidays · Complete calendar with dates and types

January

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February

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September

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October

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November

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December

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All Holidays in Bangladesh — 2026

International Mother Language Day February 21, 2026 · Saturday · public
Birthday of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman March 17, 2026 · Tuesday · public
Eid al-Fitr March 21, 2026 · Saturday · public
Eid al-Fitr Holiday March 22, 2026 · Sunday · public
Eid al-Fitr Holiday March 23, 2026 · Monday · public
Independence Day March 26, 2026 · Thursday · public
Bengali New Year April 14, 2026 · Tuesday · public
May Day May 1, 2026 · Friday · public
Buddha Purnima May 24, 2026 · Sunday · public
Eid al-Adha May 28, 2026 · Thursday · public
Eid al-Adha Holiday May 29, 2026 · Friday · public
Eid al-Adha Holiday May 30, 2026 · Saturday · public
National Mourning Day August 15, 2026 · Saturday · public
Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi August 26, 2026 · Wednesday · public
Victory Day December 16, 2026 · Wednesday · public
Public Observance Bank Holiday

Time in Bangladesh

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does Bangladesh have in 2026?

Bangladesh has 15 public holidays in 2026, plus 0 additional observances and bank holidays.

What is the next holiday in Bangladesh?

The holidays listed above are for the full year 2026. Check the calendar to find upcoming holidays based on today's date.

Are holiday dates for 2026 accurate?

Most dates are confirmed. Some holidays based on the lunar calendar (such as Eid, Chinese New Year, and Diwali) use approximate dates and may shift by a day or two when officially announced.

What is the difference between public holidays, bank holidays, and observances?

Public holidays are official days off recognized nationwide. Bank holidays are typically days when banks and some businesses close. Observances are culturally significant days that may not be official days off.