New Year's Day is a public holiday in Bosnia and Herzegovina, observed on January 1, 2026. It is locally known as Nova Godina. This is a national holiday observed across the entire country.

Holiday Details

HolidayNew Year's Day
Local NameNova Godina
DateJanuary 1, 2026
CountryBA flag Bosnia and Herzegovina
TypePublic
NationalYes — observed nationwide

Frequently Asked Questions

When is New Year's Day in Bosnia and Herzegovina?
New Year's Day falls on January 1, 2026 in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Is New Year's Day a public holiday?
Yes, New Year's Day is an official public holiday in Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is observed nationwide.
What is New Year's Day called locally?
In Bosnia and Herzegovina, New Year's Day is known as "Nova Godina".

All Public Holidays in Bosnia and Herzegovina BA flag

DateHolidayType
2026-01-01 New Year's Day Public
2026-01-06 Christmas Eve (Orthodox) Public
2026-01-07 Christmas Day (Orthodox) Public
2026-03-01 Independence day Public
2026-04-10 Good Friday Public
2026-04-12 Easter Sunday Public
2026-04-13 Easter Monday Public
2026-05-01 May Day / International Workers' Day Public
2026-11-21 Day of the establishment of the General Framework Agreement for Peace in BiH Public
2026-11-25 Statehood Day Public
2026-12-24 Christmas Eve (Roman Catholic) Public
2026-12-25 Christmas Day (Roman Catholic) Public
2026-01-06 Christmas Eve (Orthodox) Public
2026-01-07 Christmas Day (Orthodox) Public
2026-03-01 Independence day Public

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