Bahrain Public Holidays 2027
Bahrain 2027 public holidays — Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha dates & national days.
Weekend Days: Friday & Saturday
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027-01-01 | Friday, January 1, 2027 | New Year's Day | National |
| 2027-03-09 | Tuesday, March 9, 2027 | Eid al-Fitr (3 days) | Religious |
| 2027-05-16 | Sunday, May 16, 2027 | Eid al-Adha (3 days) | Religious |
| 2027-08-14 | Saturday, August 14, 2027 | Prophet's Birthday | Religious |
| 2027-12-16 | Thursday, December 16, 2027 | Bahrain National Day (2 days) | National |
2027 Holiday Summary
Total public holidays: 5
National holidays: 2
Religious holidays: 3
Weekend days: Friday & Saturday
About Public Holidays in Bahrain
Bahrain's public holiday calendar combines national celebrations with both Sunni and Shia Islamic observances, reflecting the kingdom's diverse population. National Day on 16 December marks Bahrain's independence in 1971, while the annual Accession Day commemorates the king's ascension to the throne. Like Iraq, Bahrain includes certain Shia religious occasions among its official public holidays, distinguishing it from several Gulf neighbours. Islamic religious holidays are confirmed by official moon sighting. Bahrain has a well-developed private sector employment framework, and workers are entitled to paid leave on all official public holidays under Bahraini Labour Law. Bahrain's economy is built on financial services, banking, oil production, tourism, and manufacturing, with the official work week running Sunday through Thursday and the weekend on Friday and Saturday. Islamic holiday dates shift annually according to the lunar Hijri calendar, with official bodies confirming final dates through moon sighting.
Practical Information for Residents and Visitors
- Government offices and official institutions close on all officially declared public holidays.
- Bahraini Labour Law entitles private sector employees to paid leave on public holidays.
- Official and public celebrations are held on National Day and Accession Day.
- Islamic holiday dates are subject to official moon sighting confirmation and may shift by one day.
Public Holiday Details 2027
See our Eid dates for all Arab countries for dates across the region.
See our Eid dates for all Arab countries for dates across the region.