🕌 UAE Public Holidays 2025: Complete List of National Holidays
If you’re living in the UAE or planning a visit in 2025, knowing the public holidays is essential for making the most of your time. Whether you're planning family getaways, long weekends, or business events, this guide has all the official UAE holidays for 2025.
📅 List of UAE Public Holidays in 2025
| Date (2025) | Day | Holiday Name | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Wednesday | New Year’s Day | Gregorian calendar holiday |
| Mar 29 | Saturday | Eid Al Fitr (expected) | Based on moon sighting |
| Mar 30–Apr 1 | Sun–Tue | Eid Al Fitr Holiday | Subject to confirmation |
| May 5 | Monday | Arafat Day (expected) | Day before Eid Al Adha |
| May 6–8 | Tue–Thu | Eid Al Adha Holiday | Major Islamic celebration |
| Jun 6 | Friday | Islamic New Year (1447 AH) | Hijri calendar-based |
| Jul 7 | Monday | Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday (Mawlid) | Subject to change |
| Dec 1 | Monday | Commemoration Day | Honoring UAE martyrs |
| Dec 2–3 | Tue–Wed | UAE National Day Holiday | Celebration of the Union |
🕋 Note: Islamic holidays are based on moon sightings and may vary by 1–2 days.
🏝️ Long Weekends in UAE in 2025
- Eid Al Fitr: Likely a 5-day break including the weekend.
- Eid Al Adha: Up to 5 days including Arafat Day and weekend.
- UAE National Day: Potential 4-day weekend from Saturday to Wednesday.
📌 Tips to Make the Most of UAE Holidays
- Book Early: Flight and hotel prices spike around Eid and National Day.
- Check Local Announcements: Final holiday dates are confirmed by UAE authorities.
- Respect Cultural Practices: During Islamic holidays, some activities may be limited in public spaces.
📍 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Yes, as per the UAE Cabinet announcement, both sectors usually observe the same public holidays.
Islamic holidays like Eid are based on lunar cycles and may shift slightly.
Yes, December 2 and 3 are designated as National Day holidays across the UAE.
🔍 Conclusion
Knowing the UAE public holidays in 2025 helps you plan better—whether for travel, family time, or spiritual observance. Bookmark this page or subscribe to our newsletter for updated announcements as dates are confirmed.