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Bosnia and Herzegovina Holidays 2025

Complete list of public holidays and observances

37 holidaysUpdated: 11/13/2025

About These Holidays

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

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DateHolidayType
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
Thu
Thursday, January 2, 2025
New Year's (Day 2)
New Year's (Day 2) is a public holiday in Bosnia-Herzegovina
Public holiday
Mon
Monday, January 6, 2025
Orthodox Christmas Eve
Orthodox Christmas Eve is a optional holiday in Bosnia-Herzegovina
Optional Holiday
Tue
Tuesday, January 7, 2025
Orthodox Christmas Day
Many Orthodox churches annually celebrate Christmas Day on or around January 7. This event commemorates the story of Jesus Christ’s birth, according to the Christian Bible.
Optional Holiday
Thu
Thursday, January 9, 2025
Day of the Republika Srpska
Day of the Republika Srpska is a local holiday in Bosnia-Herzegovina
Local holiday
Tue
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
Orthodox New Year
The Orthodox New Year, based on the Julian calendar, is annually held on January 14, according to the Gregorian calendar.
Orthodox
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
Sat
Saturday, March 1, 2025
Independence Day
Independence Day is a public holiday in Bosnia-Herzegovina
Public holiday
Sat
Saturday, March 1, 2025
Ramadan Start
Ramadan is a period of prayer, reflection and fasting for many Muslims worldwide. It is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar.
Observance
Sat
Saturday, March 8, 2025
Mothers' Day
Mother’s Day celebrates the achievements and efforts of mothers and mother figures.
Observance
Sat
Saturday, March 8, 2025
Brčko District Establishment Day
Brčko District Establishment Day is a local holiday in Bosnia-Herzegovina
Local holiday
Thu
Thursday, March 20, 2025
March Equinox
March Equinox in Bosnia-Herzegovina (Sarajevo)
Season
Sun
Sunday, March 30, 2025
Eid al-Fitr
Eid al-Fitr is a holiday to mark the end of the Islamic month of Ramadan, during which Muslims fast during the hours of daylight.
Optional Holiday
April
Fri
Friday, April 18, 2025
Orthodox Good Friday
Millions of Orthodox Christians around the world annually observe Good Friday to commemorate the events leading up to Jesus Christ's crucifixion.
Optional Holiday
Fri
Friday, April 18, 2025
Good Friday
Good Friday is a global Christian observance two days before Easter Sunday.
Optional Holiday
Sat
Saturday, April 19, 2025
Orthodox Holy Saturday
The Saturday before Easter Sunday is also known as Holy Saturday for many Orthodox churches worldwide.
Orthodox
Sat
Saturday, April 19, 2025
Holy Saturday
Holy Saturday is the day before Easter Sunday.
Observance
Sun
Sunday, April 20, 2025
Orthodox Easter Sunday
Millions of Orthodox Christians around the world often celebrate Easter Sunday at a different time to the date set by many western churches.
Optional Holiday
Sun
Sunday, April 20, 2025
Easter Sunday
Easter Sunday commemorates Jesus Christ’s resurrection, according to Christian belief.
Optional Holiday
Mon
Monday, April 21, 2025
Orthodox Easter Monday
Orthodox Easter Monday is the day after the Orthodox Easter Sunday.
Optional Holiday
Mon
Monday, April 21, 2025
Easter Monday
Easter Monday is the day after Easter Sunday.
Optional Holiday
May
Thu
Thursday, May 1, 2025
Labor Day
Labor Day, International Workers' Day, and May Day, is a day off for workers in many countries around the world.
Public holiday
Fri
Friday, May 2, 2025
Labor Day (Day 2)
Labor Day, International Workers' Day, and May Day, is a day off for workers in many countries around the world.
Public holiday
Fri
Friday, May 9, 2025
Victory Day
Victory Day is a working holiday in Bosnia-Herzegovina
Working holiday
Fri
Friday, May 9, 2025
Victory Day
Victory Day is a local holiday in Bosnia-Herzegovina
Local holiday
June
Sat
Saturday, June 7, 2025
Feast of the Sacrifice
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.
Optional 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 Bosnia-Herzegovina (Sarajevo)
Season
September
Mon
Monday, September 22, 2025
September Equinox
September Equinox in Bosnia-Herzegovina (Sarajevo)
Season
October
Fri
Friday, October 31, 2025
Halloween
Halloween is a festive occasion that is celebrated in many countries on October 31 each year.
Observance
November
Sat
Saturday, November 1, 2025
All Saints' Day
Many churches honor all their saints on All Saints' Day, also known as All Hallows' Day.
Local holiday
Fri
Friday, November 21, 2025
Dayton Peace Agreement Day
Dayton Peace Agreement Day is a local holiday in Bosnia-Herzegovina
Local holiday
Tue
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Statehood Day
Statehood Day is a local holiday in Bosnia-Herzegovina
Local holiday
December
Sun
Sunday, December 21, 2025
December Solstice
December Solstice in Bosnia-Herzegovina (Sarajevo)
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.
Optional Holiday
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.
Optional 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 Bosnia and Herzegovina Holidays 2025

Holiday Culture in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Bosnia and Herzegovina exemplifies religious diversity with holidays honoring multiple faith traditions. This pluralistic approach reflects the nation's commitment to respecting all communities, with Islamic, Christian, and other religious festivals receiving official recognition.

Major Holidays in Bosnia and Herzegovina

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

New Year's (Day 2)

Thursday, January 2, 2025

New Year's (Day 2) is a public holiday in Bosnia-Herzegovina

Public holiday

Independence Day

Saturday, March 1, 2025

Independence Day is a public holiday in Bosnia-Herzegovina

Public holiday

Holiday Pattern & Statistics

Bosnia and Herzegovina observes 37 official holidays in 2025. The typical range for countries in this region is 10-12 holidays annually.

Bosnia and Herzegovina's 37 official holidays reflect the nation's multi-religious heritage and bosnian traditions. Holiday observance may vary by region within the country.

Business Travel & Coordination

Bosnia and Herzegovina's diverse holiday calendar means there's almost always a celebration happening. Check the specific religious and ethnic makeup of your business contacts to avoid scheduling conflicts. Major cities usually maintain business operations, but specific communities may be unavailable during their holidays.

Cultural Traditions

Bosnia and Herzegovina'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 Bosnia and Herzegovina, 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 Bosnia and Herzegovina 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 Bosnia and Herzegovina is regularly updated to ensure accuracy. Use this information alongside our Bosnia and Herzegovina timezone tools and meeting planner to coordinate seamlessly with Bosnia and Herzegovina and stay perfectly synchronized with local schedules.