Dubai Holiday

Will Eid Al Fitr Be Shifted in 2026? The Official Rule

Eid Al Fitr 2026 in the UAE is expected on March 19, creating a four-day weekend through March 22. But will it be shifted? UAE Cabinet Decision No. 27/2024 says no — Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha are explicitly exempt from the holiday-shifting rule.

23 Feb 2026