New Year in Bahrain
In 2026, New Year falls on Thursday, 1 January 2026.
Photo by Shubhankar Sharma on UnsplashUpdated 15 Jul 2026
About New Year
New Year is celebrated globally on January 1st to mark the beginning of the Gregorian calendar year. In Bahrain, it is observed as a public holiday, with many residents participating in social gatherings, fireworks displays, and private celebrations. It serves as a time for personal reflection and looking forward to the year ahead.
New Year dates in Bahrain
Observance dates for New Year across a 10-year window (2023-2031).
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 Jan 2023 | Sunday | New Year |
| 2024 | 1 Jan 2024 | Monday | New Year |
| 2025 | 1 Jan 2025 | Wednesday | New Year |
| 2026This year | 1 Jan 2026 | Thursday | New Year |
| 2027 | 1 Jan 2027 | Friday | New Year |
| 2028 | 1 Jan 2028 | Saturday | New Year |
| 2029 | 1 Jan 2029 | Monday | New Year |
| 2030 | 1 Jan 2030 | Tuesday | New Year |
| 2031 | 1 Jan 2031 | Wednesday | New Year |
1 Jan 2023
Sunday · New Year
1 Jan 2024
Monday · New Year
1 Jan 2025
Wednesday · New Year
1 Jan 2026
Thursday · New Year
1 Jan 2027
Friday · New Year
1 Jan 2028
Saturday · New Year
1 Jan 2029
Monday · New Year
1 Jan 2030
Tuesday · New Year
1 Jan 2031
Wednesday · New Year
