Bangladesh Public Holidays
Bangladesh observes a mix of public, national, and regional holidays throughout the year.
Overview
Bangladesh observes a mix of public, national, and regional holidays throughout the year.
Some holidays are observed nationwide, while others may apply only to specific regions or communities.
Explore the holiday calendar for Bangladesh by year below.
2026 holidays
A quick look at upcoming holidays in Bangladesh.
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day |
| Jan 10 | Saturday | Bangabandhu Homecoming Day |
| Jan 17 | Saturday | Shab-e-Meraj |
| Jan 23 | Friday | Saraswati Puja |
| Feb 1 | Sunday | Maghi Purnima |
| Feb 4 | Wednesday | Shab e-Barat |
| Feb 11 | Wednesday | Election Day |
| Feb 12 | Thursday | Election Day Holiday |
| Feb 14 | Saturday | Valentine's Day |
| Feb 15 | Sunday | Maha Shivaratri |
| Feb 18 | Wednesday | Ash Wednesday |
| Feb 18 | Wednesday | Ramadan Start |
| Feb 21 | Saturday | Language Martyrs' Day |
| Mar 2 | Monday | National Flag Day |
| Mar 3 | Tuesday | Holi |
Holiday calendar by year
Years are listed in ascending order.