Holidays and Observances in Bangladesh

Religious Holidays

Religious Holidays

Prabarana Purnima: The Buddhist Festival of Light and Liberation

Prabarana Purnima, also known as Ashvini Purnima or simply Prabarana, is a significant Buddhist festival celebrated primarily in Bangladesh, Myanmar, and other Theravāda Buddhist countries. It marks the conclusion of

Religious Holidays

Lakshmi Puja: The Festival of Prosperity and Devotion

Lakshmi Puja is a Hindu festival dedicated to the worship of Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth, prosperity, and fortune. This festival is an integral part of Diwali, the grand

Religious Holidays

Radha Ashtami: The Auspicious Celebration of Srimati Radharani’s Birth

When is Radha Ashtami in 2025? Radha Ashtami is one of the most significant festivals in the Vaishnavism tradition, celebrating the birth anniversary of Srimati Radharani, the eternal consort of

Public Holidays

Public Holiday, Religious Holidays

Janmashtami: The Birth Celebration of Lord Krishna

What is Janmashtami Janmashtami, also known as Krishna Janmashtami or Gokulashtami, is one of the most sacred and widely celebrated Hindu festivals, commemorating the birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth

Cultural Holiday, Public Holiday

Origins of International Mother Language Day International Mother Language Day was established by the United Nations Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in 1999 and was first officially observed in 2000.

Public Holiday

What is Victory Day and Why is it Important in Bangladesh?

Victory Day of Bangladesh, celebrated annually on December 16, is one of the most significant national holidays in the country. It marks the end of the Bangladesh Liberation War in

Cultural Holiday, Public Holiday

What is Pohela Boishakh: The Bengali New Year Celebration

Pohela Boishakh, the first day of the Bengali calendar, is one of the most significant cultural festivals in Bangladesh and among Bengali communities worldwide. It marks the beginning of a

Traditional & Cultural Festivals

Origins of International Mother Language Day International Mother Language Day was established by the United Nations Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in 1999 and was first officially observed in 2000.

What is the Independence Day of Bangladesh? Bangladesh Independence Day, observed annually on March 26, is the most significant national holiday in the country. It commemorates the declaration of independence

Pohela Boishakh, the first day of the Bengali calendar, is one of the most significant cultural festivals in Bangladesh and among Bengali communities worldwide. It marks the beginning of a