List of public, and national holidays observed in Bangladesh in 2023.
Public Holidays in Bangladesh 2023
Government of Bangladesh observed various national holidays which are declared keeping in mind important historical dates as well as culture and traditions. Explore list of public, bank and national holidays in Bangladesh in year 2023.
Independence Day of Bangladesh - People of Bangladesh also known as Bangladeshis celebrate Independence Day every year on 26th March. On this day in the year 1971, Bangladesh got its Independence from Pakistan with sacrifices of several Bangladeshis lives. Bangladeshis celebrate this day with Great Spirit and respect. Throughout the nation parades, fairs, concerts, and ceremonies, and political speeches are organized to celebrate history and traditions of Bangladesh. Patriotic songs are sung in honor of Independence Day by the local people. Streets and markets across Bangladesh are decorated with National Flag to celebrate this national holiday. Special ceremonies are held at important landmarks in the country to honor the leaders and freedom fighters who sacrifice their lives for Independence of Bangladesh.
National Holidays in Bangladesh 2023
| Day | Date | Holiday Name | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | Language Martyrs' Day | National Holiday | |
| Wednesday | Shab e-Barat (15 Sha'aban) | National Holiday | |
| Friday | Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's birthday | National Holiday | |
| Sunday | Independence Day | National Holiday | |
| Friday | Bengali New Year | National Holiday | |
| Wednesday | Shab-e-Qadr (Celebrated on the 27th day of Ramadan) | National Holiday | |
| Friday | Jumatul Bidah (Last Friday of the month of Ramadan) | National Holiday | |
| Saturday | Eid al-Fitr (End of Ramadan) | National Holiday | |
| Sunday | Eid al-Fitr Holiday | National Holiday | |
| Monday | Labour Day (International Workers' Day) | National Holiday | |
| Thursday | Buddha Purnima (Birth of Buddha) | National Holiday | |
| Wednesday | Eid-ul-Azha (Feast of the Sacrifice) | National Holiday | |
| Thursday | Eid-ul-Azha Holiday (Feast of the Sacrifice) | National Holiday | |
| Friday | Eid-ul-Azha Holiday (Feast of the Sacrifice) | National Holiday | |
| Saturday | Bank Holiday (Banks only) | Not A Public Holiday | |
| Saturday | Ashura (10 Muharram) | National Holiday | |
| Tuesday | National Mourning Day | National Holiday | |
| Wednesday | Janmashtami | National Holiday | |
| Thursday | Eid-e-Miladunnabi (Birthday of Prophet Muhammad) | National Holiday | |
| Tuesday | Durga Puja | National Holiday | |
| Saturday | Victory Day | National Holiday | |
| Monday | Christmas Day | National Holiday | |
| Sunday | Bank Holiday (Banks only) | Not A Public Holiday |