What are the main holidays in UAE?

  • Gregorian New Year: 1 January
  • Eid Al Fitr: From last day of the Islamic month of Ramadan to 3 Shawwal* (4 days)
  • Arafah day and Eid Al Adha (Feast of Sacrifice):  From 9 to 12 Dhu al Hijjah* (4 days)
  • Hijri New Year: 1 Muharram* in 2019 and on 23 August in 2020
  • Prophet Mohammed’s birthday: 9 November in 2019 and on 29 October in 2020
  • Commemoration Day: 1 December (previously known as Martyr’s Day and observed on 30 November)
  • National Day: 2 and 3 December (2 days).

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