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UAE public holiday schedules
Overview
Information regarding public holidays in the United Arab Emirates has been provided for both 2026 and 2027.
For 2026, the final public holiday is Eid Al Etihad (National Day), officially scheduled for Wednesday, December 2, and Thursday, December 3. Under Cabinet Resolution No. 27 of 2024, the UAE Cabinet maintains the authority to shift holidays to the beginning or end of a week to create longer breaks.
The 2027 schedule includes several long weekends and holidays subject to lunar observations. Projected dates include the Islamic New Year on June 6, the Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday on August 14, Eid Al Fitr around March 9, and Eid Al Adha from May 15 through May 18. The year is expected to conclude with Eid Al Etihad on December 2 and 3.
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[CULTURE] 3 sourcesUAE National Day 2026 holiday dates and planning
UAE National Day (Eid Al Etihad) will fall on December 2 and 3, 2026. The UAE Cabinet may shift these dates to extend the break, and employees can use annual leave to create longer holidays.
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[CULTURE] 2 sourcesUAE 2027 public holiday schedule features multiple long weekends
The UAE's 2027 holiday calendar features multiple long weekends, including New Year's, Eid celebrations, and National Day, though several dates depend on lunar sightings.
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dubaibliss.com · gulfnews.com · stylist.co.uk · theglobalfilipinomagazine.com · whatson.ae