What are the public holidays in Bangladesh?

In Bangladesh, public holidays are predominantly set at the national level, providing a standard schedule of days off throughout the year. These holidays are observed nationwide and are important for both cultural and religious reasons.


National Public Holidays

  1. New Year’s Day - January 1
  2. International Mother Language Day - February 21
  3. Independence Day - March 26
  4. Bengali New Year (Pohela Boishakh) - April 14
  5. May Day - May 1
  6. Buddha Purnima - Date varies (usually in April or May)
  7. Eid-ul-Fitr - Date varies (based on lunar calendar, usually in May or June)
  8. Eid-ul-Adha - Date varies (based on lunar calendar, usually in July or August)
  9. National Mourning Day - August 15
  10. Victory Day - December 16
  11. Christmas Day - December 25


Regional and Local Holidays

In addition to the national public holidays, there are some regional or local holidays observed in specific areas or by certain communities:

  1. Chandraprabha Day - Observed in parts of the Chattogram Hill Tracts.
  2. Baishakhi Mela - Local festivals associated with Pohela Boishakh, especially in rural areas.
  3. Local Festivals - Various districts or ethnic groups may celebrate unique traditional holidays that are specific to their cultural or historical practices.


Additional Notes

  • Regional Eid Celebrations: Local variations of Eid celebrations might include additional days of observance in different regions.
  • Cultural and Traditional Festivals: Some localities may have their own traditional holidays that reflect their cultural practices, which may not be officially recognized nationwide.

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