Plan Your Year with Bangladesh Public Holidays 2026
Bangladesh has a beautiful and colourful mix of cultures, which is what its state holidays celebrate. The 2026 Bangladesh Public Holidays calendar lets people enjoy, rest, and spend time with family during national events, religious holidays, and historical moments. A clear understanding of the holiday list helps you plan your year ahead, whether it’s trips, HR scheduling, festivals, or personal plans.
An Outline of Important National and Religious Holidays
Bangladesh celebrates important state days and a mix of Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist, and Christian holidays. In 2026, the most popular events are still Eid festivals, Pohela Boishakh, and Independence Day. These official holidays are observed by offices, schools, and government organizations. This way, everyone across the country can share moments of joy and remembrance.
Complete List of Major Bangladesh Public Holidays in 2026 (Table)
| Holiday Name | Date (2026) | Notes / Duration |
| Shaheed Day and International Mother Language Day | 21 February | General holiday |
| Jumatul Bida | 20 March | Holiday before Eid-ul-Fitr |
| Eid‑ul‑Fitr (start) | 21 March | Beginning of Eid-ul-Fitr holiday period |
| Eid-ul-Fitr Holidays | 19–23 March* (approx) | 5-day Eid-ul-Fitr break as per 2026 plan |
| Independence Day | 26 March | National holiday |
| Bengali New Year (Pahela Baishakh) | 14 April | Holiday under executive order |
| May Day / Buddha Purnima | 1 May | Public holiday(s) |
| Eid‑ul‑Adha | 28 May (start) | Eid-ul-Adha holiday period begins |
| Eid-ul-Adha Holidays | ~26–31 May* (approx) | 6-day Eid-ul-Adha break as approved for 2026 |
| Ashura (10 Muharram) | 26 June | Observed as part of holiday list |
| Mass Uprising Day | 5 August | New national holiday added in 2025/2026 calendar |
| Eid‑e‑Milad–un–Nabi | 26 August | Public holiday per 2026 calendar |
| Janmashtami | 4 September | Religious holiday included in 2026 list |
| Durga Puja (Bijoya Dashami) | 21 October | Part of the 2026 holiday schedule |
| Durga Puja (Mahanabami) | 20 October | Another day of Puja holiday under executive order |
| Victory Day | 16 December | National holiday |
| Christmas Day | 25 December | Observed as public holiday |
*Dates for Eid may shift depending on moon sighting.
Why These Bangladeshi Holidays Are Important
In Bangladesh, public holidays are more than just days off; they connect people to their history, religion, and national identity. Families come together to eat and think about their faith during Eid-ul-Fitr and Eid-ul-Adha. Colourful street events mark the start of the Bengali calendar on Pohela Boishakh. Independence Day and Victory Day remind people of the country’s hard-won freedom and strength.
These holidays are very important for tourists, businesses, stores, schools, and families. Knowing how they work ahead of time helps you smoothly coordinate your personal and work life.
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