Public Holidays in Republika Srpska, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Upcoming Holidays
- May1
Labour Day
In 2 daysPublic - May2
2nd day of the Labour Day
In 3 daysPublic - May9
Victory Day
In 10 daysPublic
Holiday Calendar
January(6 holidays)
- 1WedNew Year's DayPublic
- 2Thu2nd day of the New YearPublic
- 6MonEpiphanyPublic
- 7TueOrthodox ChristmasPublic
- 9ThuRepublic DayPublic
- 14TueOrthodox New YearPublic
March(1 holiday)
- 30SunEnd of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr)Public
April(3 holidays)
- 20SunEaster SundayPublic
- 20SunOrthodox EasterPublic
- 21MonEaster MondayPublic
May(3 holidays)
- 1ThuLabour DayPublic
- 2Fri2nd day of the Labour DayPublic
- 9FriVictory DayPublic
June(3 holidays)
- 6FriFeast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha)Public
- 19ThuCorpus ChristiPublic
- 26ThuIslamic New YearPublic
August(2 holidays)
- 15FriAssumptionPublic
- 28ThuAssumptionPublic
September(1 holiday)
- 4ThuBirthday of Muhammad (Mawlid)Public
November(3 holidays)
- 1SatAll Saints' DayPublic
- 2SunAll Souls' DayPublic
- 21FriDayton Agreement DayPublic
December(2 holidays)
- 25ThuChristmas DayPublic
- 26FriBoxing DayPublic
Holiday Types
About State Holidays in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Republika Srpska
Official public holidays in Bosnia and Herzegovina. These are designated non-working days when most businesses, schools, government offices, and financial institutions are closed. Understanding these holidays is essential for planning business operations, travel itineraries, and personal time off.
Republika Srpska regional holidays and observances include specific celebrations unique to this part of Bosnia and Herzegovina. These state-specific holidays may affect local businesses, transportation, and public services differently than national holidays.
Holiday planning tips: Consider booking accommodations and transportation well in advance for major holidays. Many locals take extended vacations during key holiday periods, which can affect availability of services and create opportunities for longer breaks by strategically using your vacation days.
Maximize Your Vacation Days with Bosnia and Herzegovina Public Holidays 2025-2026
This strategic holiday planner shows how to combine 24 official public holidays in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Republika Srpska with your annual leave for extended vacations and long weekends. Create the perfect work-life balance by optimizing your time off around these key dates.