Years: 2024 2025 2026

Public Holidays in Bangladesh for 2024

Following are the list of Public, Office, School, Bank Holidays in Bangladesh year 2024


Public holidays are designated days when work is suspended, and people across a country celebrate various significant events. These holidays can be religious, cultural, or national in nature, such as Christmas, Independence Day, or New Year's Day. They provide an opportunity for citizens to honor traditions, reflect on historical milestones, and spend time with family and friends. Public holidays often involve special activities, ceremonies, and festivals, contributing to a nation's cultural heritage and social cohesion. They are recognized by the government and are marked on official calendars, ensuring that everyone is aware of these important days of observance and celebration.


S.No. Date Holiday Type
1 21 Feb, Wednesday Shaheed Day and International Mother Language Day Public Holiday
2 17 Mar, Sunday Birthday of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Public Holiday
3 26 Mar, Tuesday Independence Day Public Holiday
4 14 Apr, Sunday Pahela Baishakh Public Holiday
5 01 May, Wednesday May Day Public Holiday
6 06 May, Monday Buddha Purnima Public Holiday
7 24 May, Friday Jumatul Bidah Public Holiday
8 25 May, Saturday Shab-e-Qadar Public Holiday
9 26 May, Sunday Eid ul-Fitr Public Holiday
10 27 May, Monday Eid ul-Fitr Holiday Public Holiday
11 01 Jul, Monday Bank Holiday Public Holiday
12 15 Aug, Thursday National Mourning Day Public Holiday
13 20 Aug, Tuesday Ashura Public Holiday
14 14 Oct, Monday Durga Puja Public Holiday
15 15 Oct, Tuesday Eid ul-Azha Public Holiday
16 16 Dec, Monday Victory Day Public Holiday
17 25 Dec, Wednesday Christmas Day Public Holiday

Shaheed Day and International Mother Language Day (21 Feb, Wednesday) :

Birthday of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman (17 Mar, Sunday) :

Independence Day (26 Mar, Tuesday) :

Pahela Baishakh (14 Apr, Sunday) :

May Day (01 May, Wednesday) :

Buddha Purnima (06 May, Monday) :

Jumatul Bidah (24 May, Friday) :

Shab-e-Qadar (25 May, Saturday) :

Eid ul-Fitr (26 May, Sunday) :

Eid ul-Fitr Holiday (27 May, Monday) :

Bank Holiday (01 Jul, Monday) :

National Mourning Day (15 Aug, Thursday) :

Ashura (20 Aug, Tuesday) :

Durga Puja (14 Oct, Monday) :

Eid ul-Azha (15 Oct, Tuesday) :

Victory Day (16 Dec, Monday) :

Christmas Day (25 Dec, Wednesday) :