Ashura in 🇧🇭 Bahrain
Public Holiday
Yes
National Holiday
No
Type
Public Holiday
Ashura in Bahrain
Bahrain's Ashura is observed by both Shia and Sunni communities; Manama's traditional quarters host Shia processions, while the government promotes inter-community respect during this important Islamic commemoration.
About Ashura
Significant Islamic observance on the 10th of Muharram; for Shia Muslims it marks the martyrdom of Imam Hussein at Karbala, while Sunni Muslims observe it with fasting.
Dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | July 15 | Monday |
| 2025 | July 4 | Friday |
| 2026 | June 24 | Wednesday |
| 2027 | June 14 | Monday |
| 2028 | June 2 | Friday |
| 2029 | May 22 | Tuesday |
| 2030 | May 11 | Saturday |