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Bahamas Holidays 2025

Complete list of public holidays and observances

24 holidaysUpdated: 11/13/2025

About These Holidays

This list includes national holidays, public holidays, and observances for Bahamas in 2025. Some holidays may be regional or observed only in specific locations.

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January
Wed
Wednesday, January 1, 2025
New Year's Day
New Year’s Day is the first day of the year, or January 1, in the Gregorian calendar.
Public Holiday
Fri
Friday, January 10, 2025
Majority Rule Day
Majority Rule Day is a public holiday in Bahamas
Public Holiday
February
Fri
Friday, February 14, 2025
Valentine's Day
February 14 is Valentine's Day or Saint Valentine's Feast. The day of love owes its origins to ancient Roman and European Christian traditions.
Observance
March
Sun
Sunday, March 9, 2025
Daylight Saving Time starts
Daylight Saving Time starts in Bahamas
Clock change/Daylight Saving Time
Thu
Thursday, March 20, 2025
March Equinox
March Equinox in Bahamas (Nassau)
Season
April
Fri
Friday, April 18, 2025
Good Friday
Good Friday is a global Christian observance two days before Easter Sunday.
Public Holiday
Sun
Sunday, April 20, 2025
Easter Sunday
Easter Sunday commemorates Jesus Christ’s resurrection, according to Christian belief.
Observance
Mon
Monday, April 21, 2025
Easter Monday
Easter Monday is the day after Easter Sunday.
Public Holiday
May
Sun
Sunday, May 11, 2025
Mothers' Day
Mother’s Day celebrates the achievements and efforts of mothers and mother figures.
Observance
June
Fri
Friday, June 6, 2025
Randol Fawkes Labour Day
Labor Day, International Workers' Day, and May Day, is a day off for workers in many countries around the world.
Public Holiday
Sun
Sunday, June 8, 2025
Whit Sunday
Many Christians all over the world annually observe Pentecost, also known as Whitsunday or Whit Sunday.
Observance
Mon
Monday, June 9, 2025
Whit Monday
Whit Monday, or Pentecost Monday, is a Christian holiday that falls on the day after Pentecost, which is also known as Whit Sunday or Whitsunday.
Public Holiday
Sun
Sunday, June 15, 2025
Fathers' Day
Father’s Day celebrates fatherhood and male parenting on different dates worldwide.
Observance
Sat
Saturday, June 21, 2025
June Solstice
June Solstice in Bahamas (Nassau)
Season
July
Thu
Thursday, July 10, 2025
Independence Day
Independence Day is a public holiday in Bahamas
Public Holiday
August
Mon
Monday, August 4, 2025
Emancipation Day
Emancipation Day is a public holiday in Bahamas
Public Holiday
September
Mon
Monday, September 22, 2025
September Equinox
September Equinox in Bahamas (Nassau)
Season
October
Mon
Monday, October 13, 2025
National Heroes Day
National Heroes Day is a public holiday in Bahamas
Public Holiday
November
Sun
Sunday, November 2, 2025
Daylight Saving Time ends
Daylight Saving Time ends in Bahamas
Clock change/Daylight Saving Time
December
Sun
Sunday, December 21, 2025
December Solstice
December Solstice in Bahamas (Nassau)
Season
Wed
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Christmas Eve
Christmas Eve is the day before Christmas Day and falls on December 24 in the Gregorian calendar.
Observance
Thu
Thursday, December 25, 2025
Christmas Day
Christmas Day is one of the biggest Christian celebrations and falls on December 25 in the Gregorian calendar.
Public Holiday
Fri
Friday, December 26, 2025
Boxing Day
Boxing Day is a public holiday in Bahamas
Public Holiday
Wed
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
New Year's Eve
New Year’s Eve is the last day of the year, December 31, in the Gregorian calendar.
Observance

Understanding Bahamas Holidays 2025

Holiday Culture in Bahamas

Bahamas celebrates a unique blend of cultural, religious, and national holidays throughout the year. The holiday calendar reflects the nation's rich heritage and diverse traditions.

Major Holidays in Bahamas

New Year's Day

Wednesday, January 1, 2025

New Year’s Day is the first day of the year, or January 1, in the Gregorian calendar.

Public Holiday

Easter Monday

Monday, April 21, 2025

Easter Monday is the day after Easter Sunday.

Public Holiday

Independence Day

Thursday, July 10, 2025

Independence Day is a public holiday in Bahamas

Public Holiday

Holiday Pattern & Statistics

Bahamas observes 24 official holidays in 2025. The typical range for countries in this region is 10-12 holidays annually.

Bahamas's 24 official holidays reflect the nation's christian heritage and bahamian traditions. Holiday observance may vary by region within the country.

Business Travel & Coordination

Plan business travel to Bahamas carefully around major holidays when offices close and transportation becomes congested. Check regional variations as holiday observance may differ across provinces or states.

Cultural Traditions

Bahamas's holiday traditions emphasize family gatherings, traditional foods, and community celebrations. Many holidays involve multi-day festivities with distinct customs for each day.

Timezone Coordination Tips

When coordinating meetings with Bahamas, verify holiday schedules in advance as dates may vary, especially for lunar calendar-based holidays. Use SyncMyTime's timezone tools to ensure perfect scheduling alignment.

Why Check Bahamas Public Holidays?

  • Plan business meetings and avoid scheduling conflicts during bank closures
  • Coordinate with remote teams and international colleagues across time zones
  • Book travel and accommodations around peak holiday periods for better rates
  • Respect cultural and religious observances important to local communities
  • Optimize project timelines and deadlines accounting for reduced business days
  • Anticipate supply chain and logistics disruptions during major holidays

Frequently Asked Questions

Stay Perfectly Synchronized

Our holiday calendar for Bahamas is regularly updated to ensure accuracy. Use this information alongside our Bahamas timezone tools and meeting planner to coordinate seamlessly with Bahamas and stay perfectly synchronized with local schedules.