Arad (Arabic: عراد) is a town in Bahrain, located on Muharraq Island.

It was originally a small farming village inhabited by Baharna Shia, but later expanded to include new middle-class housing, which brought with it a large Sunni population.

[2] The town is home to Arad Bay, a protected mangrove area and recreational park.

The bay is home to wildlife including plankton, fish, seaweed, in addition to seasonal migratory birds such as greater flamingoes.

[5] The Arad Fort, the Al Muharraq Stadium, and the headquarters of the Islamic Society (Bahrain) are located in the town.