Eid Al Adha News – Celebrations, Dates & Public Announcements

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

3m read

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

UAE: Ramadan 2026 expected to begin on this date

Final date may vary slightly by country, depending on local moon-sighting methods

UAE: When will Ramadan 2026 begin? Emirates Astronomy Society reveals date

Dubai welcomes over 629,000 travelers during Eid break

DXB registered as many as 581,527 travelers during the period.

The figures reflect Dubai’s steadily growing position as a preferred travel hub for passengers from around the world.

7.6m riders used Dubai public transport during Eid

This marks a 14% increase compared to the same period in 2024

The Dubai Metro’s Red and Green lines carried 2.8 million riders, while 119,917 used the Dubai Tram.

Sharjah Police respond to 33,000+ calls over Eid break

Strategic deployment ensures smooth traffic flow in Sharjah

Sharjah Police successfully manage Eid Al Adha security operations

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

UAE President, Syria’s Al Sharaa exchange Eid wishes

Both leaders wished health, happiness, and prayed for peace for their peoples and nations

UAE President, Syria’s Ahmad Al Sharaa exchange Eid Al Adha wishes

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

Dubai Metro ensures smooth DXB travel on Eid Al Adha

For a hassle-free experience, passengers are kindly reminded of important guidelines

Choose the Metro for a seamless journey to and from the airport.

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.

Watch: Burj Khalifa, Deira Clock Tower light up for Eid

City’s iconic projection sites for festivities come alive to mark Eid Al Adha

Eid Al Adha 2025: Dubai lights up Burj Khalifa, Deira Clock Tower for Eid celebrations

Video: Eid sacrificial animals cause mayhem on streets

Eid chaos: Runaway animals highlight safety concerns in urban areas

Sacrificial animals disrupt traffic, spark debate during Eid Al Adha

LOAD MORE

TRENDING STORIES