Eid al-Adha
Eid al-Adha (Id ul-Adha) is an Islamic festival falling on the 10th day of the month of Dhul Hijja (Thou al-Hijja) to commemorate the willingness of Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son. more
New Year's Day in Bangladesh
New Year’s Day, which is on January 1, marks the start of the year in the Gregorian calendar and it's a public holiday in many countries. Count down to the New Year, no matter where you are.
Is New Year's Day a Public Holiday?
New Year's Day is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
New Year's Day on January 1 in the Gregorian calendar is celebrated worldwide.
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About New Year's Day
Read more about New Year's Day.New Year's Day Observances
Holiday currently only shown for years 2015–2020.
Note: This day is an optional public holiday for the religious communities in Bangladesh.
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Thu | Jan 1 | New Year's Day | Optional Holiday |
| 2016 | Fri | Jan 1 | New Year's Day | Optional Holiday |
| 2017 | Sun | Jan 1 | New Year's Day | Optional Holiday |
| 2018 | Mon | Jan 1 | New Year's Day | Optional Holiday |
| 2019 | Tue | Jan 1 | New Year's Day | Optional Holiday |
| 2020 | Wed | Jan 1 | New Year's Day | Optional Holiday |
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