Eid Al Adha holidays in UAE: Park timings in Dubai, Sharjah, and Ajman for the long weekend

Here’s your guide to park timings across the three emirates for the holiday weekend

Last updated: June 05, 2025 | 14:14

Lekshmy Pavithran, Assistant Online Editor

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As the long weekend unfolds with pleasant evening weather, residents across the UAE are flocking to public parks and family-friendly attractions to enjoy extended relaxation and recreational opportunities. With Arafat Day and Eid Al Adha officially declared public holidays from June 5 to 8, 2025, many families are planning to make the most of the festive break by visiting the emirates’ green spaces.

To accommodate the anticipated influx of visitors, municipalities in Dubai, Sharjah, and Ajman have announced special operating hours for their public parks and leisure facilities.

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Here's a full guide to help you plan your outings this festive weekend.

Dubai: Extended hours at major parks

Dubai Municipality has rolled out special operating schedules for public parks, sports walkways, and leisure venues during the Eid break.

Park timings in Dubai (June 5–8):

Residential parks and squares: 8am to 12 midnight
Sports walkways: Open daily from Fajr prayer
Major parks (Zabeel, Creek Park, Al Mamzar, Al Safa, Mushrif Park): 8am to 11pm
Mushrif Park – mountain bike track & walking trail: 5am to 6pm
Quranic Park: 8am to 10pm
- Cave of Miracles & Glass House: 9am to 9pm

Dubai Frame: 8am to 9pm

Children’s City:

Weekdays: 9am to 8pm

Fridays & Saturdays: 2pm to 8pm

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Sharjah: Family parks open early

Sharjah Municipality has extended park timings to welcome families throughout the Eid break, from June 5 to 8.

Sharjah park timings:

Rolla Square Park: 7:30am to 11:00pm
Sharjah National Park: 7:30am to 11:00pm
Green Belt Ladies Park: 7:30am to 11:00pm
Al Suyoh Family & Ladies Parks: 7:30am to 11:00pm
Neighbourhood Parks: 4:00pm to 10:00pm

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Ajman: Parks open late into the night

Ajman’s Municipality and Planning Department has also issued special timings to ensure families enjoy safe and relaxed evenings in public spaces during the Eid holiday.

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Ajman park timings (June 5–8):

Public parks: 4:30pm to 11:30pm
Al Rashidiya Park: 3:00pm to 12:00am

Note: Parking is free across all emirates during the holiday period, with regular fees resuming from Monday, June 9. Authorities advise residents to follow safety and cleanliness guidelines while enjoying public spaces.

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