Eid News – Dates, Announcements & Celebrations

Must-watch events shaping the UAE in 2026

From NYE bash, sporting spectacles to major cultural celebrations, fresh milestones set

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People at Burj Park gather to witness the fireworks on the New years eve in Dubai

Eid holiday dates for 2026 in UAE revealed

UAE public holiday dates 2026: How many days off will UAE residents get for Eid next year?

Planning annual leave in the UAE? Find out the predicted public holiday dates for Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha 2026 (picture used for illustrative purposes).

Eid Al Fitr 2026 predicted dates are out

Plus, what will the Eid break look like?

The crescent marking the start of Ramadan 1447 AH is expected to fall on Tuesday, February 17, 2026

UAE 2026 holidays: 12 days off, 6-day weekend expected?

UAE residents can expect 12 public holidays, including Eid and a possible 6-day weekend

Plan ahead: UAE yet to confirm 2026 holidays; Islamic calendar, moon sighting guide date estimates

Hollywood actor Ian McShane on Ballerina and John Wick

British actor on why morally grey characters resonate and whether John Wick is really dead

Ian McShane and Ana de Armas attend the world premiere of "Ballerina" in Hollywood

Watch: Sheikh Hamdan takes abra ride on Eid weekend

The visit highlights the enduring charm of Dubai’s historic trading hubs

Video: Sheikh Hamdan takes traditional abra ride to visit historic Dubai Souk on Eid Al Adha weekend

UAE workers celebrate Eid with prizes and entertainment

Events featured competitions and valuable prize draws, including a car and flight tickets

Several MoHRE employees and partners joined the workers for Eid prayers in Dubai and exchanged greetings on this joyful occasion.

UAE leaders perform Eid prayers, exchange greetings

Sheikh Mohamed and Sheikh Mohammed to rulers, citizens, residents, and Muslims worldwide

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nayhan and Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum

Why Norman Reedus thinks Ana de Armas could beat him up

'The Walking Dead' star opens up about why he's happy for a woman to take lead in new film

Ana de Armas and Norman Reedus attend the special screening of "Ballerina" at TCL Chinese Theatre on June 03, 2025 in Hollywood, California.

Meet UAE's first babies born on Eid Al Adha 2025

Indian and Jordanian couples become first-time parents on this festive day

Left: Baby girl Sila, born at 1:39 am at NMC Royal Hospital, Abu Dhabi. Right: Indian parents Nikita Paresh Wadka and Yogesh with their baby boy, born at 1:54 am at Prime Hospital, Dubai.

'Disrespect is a big red flag': Mahira Khan on love

“I’m a sucker for a good rom-com", says Mahira Khan as they roll out new Eid film

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Qasr Al Watan: Your go-to Eid cultural escape

A perfect last-minute escape filled with unforgettable experiences for the whole family

Looking for a unique destination this Eid? Make Qasr Al Watan your go-to cultural escape

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