UAE public holidays for 2025
The list of official UAE public holidays for 2025. Please note that Islamic holidays are based on the lunar calendar, so their exact dates may vary depending on moon sightings.
🇦🇪 UAE Public Holidays 2025
| Date | Day | Holiday Name | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1 | Wednesday | New Year’s Day | Fixed date holiday |
| March 30 – April 1 | Sunday–Tuesday | Eid al-Fitr | Marks the end of Ramadan; dates may vary based on moon sighting |
| June 5 | Thursday | Arafat Day | Observed the day before Eid al-Adha |
| June 6 – June 8 | Friday–Sunday | Eid al-Adha | Also known as the Feast of Sacrifice; dates may vary |
| June 26 | Thursday | Islamic New Year (Hijri New Year) | Marks the beginning of the Islamic lunar calendar |
| September 4 | Thursday | Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday (PBUH) | Commemorates the birth of the Prophet Muhammad; date may vary |
| December 1 | Monday | Commemoration Day | Honors the UAE’s martyrs |
| December 2 – 3 | Tuesday–Wednesday | UAE National Day | Celebrates the UAE’s formation in 1971 |
These holidays apply to both the public and private sectors. For the most accurate and updated information, it’s advisable to consult official UAE government announcements or trusted news sources closer to the dates.
