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Islamic New Year
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Next UAE Public Holiday: Islamic New Year Date Expected
The next UAE public holiday could arrive sooner than many residents expect. After the Eid Al Adha break, attention is turning to the Islamic New Year, expected around June 16, 2026, pending official moon sightings.
2 Jun 2026
UAE Holidays 2025: When Is the Next Long Weekend?
After Eid Al Adha, UAE residents are already eyeing the next long weekend in 2025. Prophet Muhammad's Birthday falls on Friday, September 5, giving workers a three-day break. UAE National Day on December 2–3 rounds out the year's public holidays.
10 Jun 2025
UAE Leaders Receive Hijri New Year 1446 Greetings
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Vice President Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received congratulatory messages from kings, presidents, and princes across the Arab and Muslim world marking the start of Hijri New Year 1446 AH.
8 Jul 2024
UAE Islamic New Year Holiday 2024: July 7 for All Workers
UAE authorities have confirmed a paid holiday on July 7, 2024, for the Islamic New Year. The Federal Authority for Government Human Resources declared Monday, Muharram 1, a day off for public sector workers, subject to moon sighting. MoHRE followed with the same announcement for
4 Jul 2024