Events and Holidays in Bangladesh – Dates of different public holidays, national holidays, religious holidays, bank holidays, and cultural festivals are mentioned below. You can view information about the dates of all upcoming holidays in the country.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Chaitra Sankranti | 23 Apr 2024 |
Bangladesh is the 8th most populated country having a Muslim majority. Bangladesh, formerly East Pakistan, is largely ethnically homogeneous, and its name is derived from the Bengali ethnic linguistic group, which makes up 98% of the population. Its population is mainly based on Muslims that celebrate all the Muslim festivals and events with amazing enthusiasm. However, the minorities of the country also celebrate their festivals with freedom. The events & Holidays in Bangladesh 2022 calendar is discussed below to let us know about the diversification of the country.
The above stated important Events in Bangladesh are the biggest reason for happiness and joy that brings unity and uniformity to the community. It strengthens the people as a nation and helps the country to grow.
Holidays in Bangladesh 2022National Holidays of Bangladesh allow people to stay at home and celebrate according to its happenings. These public holidays are observed in the country. These days many of them are the big days of Islamic events, some are Hindu religious festival days and the Christmas is also a public holy day in Bangladesh for its Christian community.
Let's discuss these Events in Bangladesh that are celebrated as the main occasions.
Language Movement Day, also known as State Language Day or Language Martyrs' Day, is a national holiday in Bangladesh, celebrated annually on February 21 and commemorates the Bengali language movement and its martyrs.
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's Birth Anniversary - Thu, 17 Mar 2022Sheikh Mujibur Rahman also known as the “Architect of independent Bangladesh” was born on 17th march that observe as one of the major events in Bangladesh. It is an occasion that people of the country celebrate as the festival in Bangladesh as it is the birth anniversary of the leader of the country.
Independence Day of Bangladesh - Sat, 26 Mar 2022Another biggest Event in Bangladesh is Independence Day, celebrated on the 26th of March. It is declared as a public holiday that is marked with great enthusiasm.
Shab e Barat/Mid-Sha'ban - 18–19 Mar 2022*It is an Islamic occasion that is also marked as a public holiday in Bangladesh. This religious occasion in Bangladesh commemorates with respect and honor.
Bengali New Year (PôhelaBoishakh) - Wed, 14 Apr 2022The PôhelaBoishakh is the first day of the Bengali calendar which is also the official calendar of Bangladesh. The festival is celebrated on April 14 in Bangladesh and on April 15 in the Indian states of West Bengal, Tripura, and Assam by Bengalis irrespective of their religious beliefs.
Labour Day - Sun, 1 May 2022Labour day is celebrated worldwide to show unity with the workers. Bangladesh also observes 1st May as a Public holiday.
Consecutive Islamic Events:
Jumu'atul-Wida - 28–29 Apr 2022*
Laylat al-Qadr - 28–29 Apr 2022*
Eid al-Fitr - 2–3 May 2022*
These are the Islamic Events in Bangladesh that are celebrated by arranging religious gatherings.
Vesak, also known as Buddha Purnima and Buddha Day. It is celebrated by Buddhists in South Asia and Southeast Asia. The festival commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and death of Gautama Buddha.
Eid al-Adha – 9-10 Jul 2022*Eid-ul-Adha is a commemoration of Prophet Ibrahim's absolute dedication to Allah.
National Mourning Day - Mon, 15 Aug 2022It is the death anniversary of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
> Ashura - Likely 7–8 Aug 2022*Ashura is marked as a public holiday in all Muslim countries. This is another biggest Event in Bangladesh that observes a public holiday.
Hindu Festivals in Bangladesh:These two events are also included in the national holiday calendar of Bangladesh that is celebrated by the Hindu community of Bangladesh.
Prophet's Birthday - Likely 7–8 Oct 2022*It is an Islamic event that is celebrated by Muslims all over the world. It is the birthday of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) that is recognized by arranging religious gatherings. It is also known as the EidMiladunNabi (PBUH).
Victory day of Bangladesh - Fri, 16 Dec 2022Victory Day is a national holiday in Bangladesh, commemorating the victory of Bangladeshi forces over Pakistani forces in the Bangladesh War of Independence on December 16, 1971.
Christmas Day - Sun, 25 Dec 2022It is celebrated worldwide as the birth of Prophet Essa by the Christian community.
These are Public Holidays in Bangladesh that is celebrated with great zeal and in accordance with its intensity.
Maghi Purnima 2022 Date in Bangladesh to observe on 27 February and it is nice information to know prior that on which English day out events are falling
we celebrate our independence day with great zeal. It is simply an amazing event thet remind us the history and helps us understand the importance of independence day in Bangladesh.