Dubai free parking update for Eid: Parkin timings revealed

Dubai’s public parking operator Parkin has announced free parking across the emirate in observance of Eid Al Adha, offering motorists relief during the holiday period.

Free parking period

• Dates: May 25 to May 29, 2026

• Applies to all public parking zones across Dubai

• Multi-storey parking facilities remain chargeable

Normal operations resume

• Parking fees will be reinstated from Saturday, May 30, 2026

The announcement aligns with wider Eid-related transport measures introduced across Dubai to ease mobility during the holiday period.

Meanwhile, Parkonic has not yet issued any announcement regarding free parking arrangements.

RTA rolls out free parking in Dubai

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) earlier confirmed that all public parking in Dubai will be free from Monday, May 25 to Friday, May 29, 2026, excluding multi-storey parking facilities.

Dubai Metro services will operate on extended schedules throughout the Eid holiday to manage higher passenger demand, while the Dubai Tram will also run on revised timings to support increased commuter movement.

RTA parking update at a glance

• Free public parking: May 25–29, 2026

• Chargeable parking: Multi-storey parking only

• Normal fees resume: May 30, 2026