UAE Public Holidays – Official Dates & Announcements

UAE PUBLIC HOLIDAYS

UAE PUBLIC HOLIDAYS

Ramadan 2026: Here’s the likely start date in the UAE

Fasting start dates to expected long weekend, what early moon-sighting predictions reveal

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Dubai’s Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department (IACAD) calendar has estimated the key dates for Ramadan and Eid Al Fitr for 2026.

When is the next UAE public holiday? Plan your getaway

2026 UAE holidays: When to take leave and score extra days off

From long weekends to Islamic festivals, 2026 is packed with public holidays—perfect for a quick getaway, family time, or just some well-earned rest.

What is Isra Wal Miraj? Is it a public holiday in UAE?

Isra Wal Miraj explained: Significance, dates and public holidays in the UAE and GCC

UAE: What is Isra Wal Miraj and why the holy night matters to Muslims

Is Israa Wal Miraj a public holiday in the UAE?

Here’s what it means, when it falls, and whether it is a public holiday in the UAE

Israa Wal Miraj, known as the Prophet’s Ascension, Israa Wal Miraj commemorates the night when Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) travelled from Masjid Al Haram in Makkah to Masjid Al Aqsa in Jerusalem.

UAE public holidays 2026: Check out the complete list

How to make the most of your annual leave by combining it with next year’s public holidays

Key rules, tips, and common pitfalls for securing your ideal annual leave in 2026.

Safety warning for winter campers and park visitors

Awareness drive targets desert-goers as outdoor season peaks

Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority issues warning to winter-campers and park visitors on food safety

Is Christmas a public holiday in the UAE?

Do you get the day off to play or are you office bound?

Is Christmas a public holiday in the UAE? Here’s what you need to know

Is New Year a paid holiday? Dec 31 & Jan 2 remote work?

Here’s what UAE employees need to know for New Year 2026 leave and remote work

UAE New Year 2026: Public holiday, remote work on Jan 2, Dec 31 half-day? Here’s what applies for New Year 2026.

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).

Parents split as UAE schools plan early Friday closures

Under new 2026 schedule, Friday prayers will be held at 12:45 pm

Holidays, fees, online classes: Parents split as UAE schools prepare for early Friday closures

UAE declares January 1 a holiday for private sector

MoHRE confirms New Year’s Day as a paid break under the approved national holiday list

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Dubai hospitals see 25% surge in post-holiday cases

Doctors cite social gatherings, travel, weather shift as key factors

Huge crowd arrive to watch Eid Al Etihad fireworks at A Seef in Dubai.

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