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Posted by CelebrateZone.com on Wed, May 10, 2023

All upcoming holidays for United Arab Emirates.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a country located in the Middle East, bordered by Oman to the east and Saudi Arabia to the south. The country is known for its modern cities, luxurious shopping centers, and stunning architecture.

There are several holidays celebrated in the UAE, some of which are based on Islamic traditions while others are national holidays. Here are some of the major holidays celebrated in the UAE:

  1. Eid al-Fitr: This is a religious holiday celebrated by Muslims worldwide to mark the end of the holy month of Ramadan. It is a time for family gatherings, feasting, and gift-giving.

  2. National Day: This holiday is celebrated on December 2nd every year to mark the UAE’s independence from the United Kingdom in 1971. The day is marked by parades, fireworks, and other festivities.

  3. Eid al-Adha: This is another religious holiday celebrated by Muslims worldwide to commemorate the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his son for Allah. It is a time for prayer, charity, and feasting.

  4. Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday: This holiday is celebrated by Muslims to honor the birth of the Prophet Muhammad. It is a time for prayer, reflection, and charity.

  5. New Year’s Day: This is a global holiday celebrated on January 1st every year. In the UAE, it is marked by fireworks, parties, and other festivities.

  6. Islamic New Year: This holiday marks the beginning of the Islamic calendar and is celebrated by Muslims worldwide. It is a time for reflection and prayer.

Overall, the UAE is a country that celebrates a mix of religious and national holidays, reflecting its diverse population and rich cultural heritage.

Holidays in United Arab Emirates

Date Holiday
01, January, 2023 New Year’s Day
01, December, 2023 Commemoration Day
02, December, 2023 National Day
03, December, 2023 National Day Holiday
21, April, 2023 Eid al-Fitr*
22, April, 2023 Eid al-Fitr Holiday*
23, April, 2023 Eid al-Fitr Holiday*
27, June, 2023 Arafat (Hajj) Day*
28, June, 2023 Eid al-Adha*
29, June, 2023 Eid al-Adha Holiday*
30, June, 2023 Eid al-Adha Holiday*
19, July, 2023 Al Hijra - Islamic New Year*
01, January, 2024 New Year’s Day
01, December, 2024 Commemoration Day
02, December, 2024 National Day
03, December, 2024 National Day Holiday
10, April, 2024 Eid al-Fitr*
11, April, 2024 Eid al-Fitr Holiday*
12, April, 2024 Eid al-Fitr Holiday*
15, June, 2024 Arafat (Hajj) Day*
16, June, 2024 Eid al-Adha*
17, June, 2024 Eid al-Adha Holiday*
18, June, 2024 Eid al-Adha Holiday*
07, July, 2024 Al Hijra - Islamic New Year*
01, January, 2025 New Year’s Day
01, December, 2025 Commemoration Day
02, December, 2025 National Day
03, December, 2025 National Day Holiday
30, March, 2025 Eid al-Fitr*
31, March, 2025 Eid al-Fitr Holiday*
01, April, 2025 Eid al-Fitr Holiday*
05, June, 2025 Arafat (Hajj) Day*
06, June, 2025 Eid al-Adha*
07, June, 2025 Eid al-Adha Holiday*
08, June, 2025 Eid al-Adha Holiday*
26, June, 2025 Al Hijra - Islamic New Year*
01, January, 2026 New Year’s Day
01, December, 2026 Commemoration Day
02, December, 2026 National Day
03, December, 2026 National Day Holiday
20, March, 2026 Eid al-Fitr*
21, March, 2026 Eid al-Fitr Holiday*
22, March, 2026 Eid al-Fitr Holiday*
26, May, 2026 Arafat (Hajj) Day*
27, May, 2026 Eid al-Adha*
28, May, 2026 Eid al-Adha Holiday*
29, May, 2026 Eid al-Adha Holiday*
16, June, 2026 Al Hijra - Islamic New Year*
01, January, 2027 New Year’s Day
01, December, 2027 Commemoration Day
02, December, 2027 National Day
03, December, 2027 National Day Holiday
09, March, 2027 Eid al-Fitr*
10, March, 2027 Eid al-Fitr Holiday*
11, March, 2027 Eid al-Fitr Holiday*
15, May, 2027 Arafat (Hajj) Day*
16, May, 2027 Eid al-Adha*
17, May, 2027 Eid al-Adha Holiday*
18, May, 2027 Eid al-Adha Holiday*
06, June, 2027 Al Hijra - Islamic New Year*