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Ramadan 2025
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Eid Al Fitr 2025 UAE: Private Sector Gets 4-Day Holiday
UAE private sector workers will enjoy a four-day Eid Al Fitr 2025 holiday from Sunday March 30 to Tuesday April 1. The moon-sighting committee confirmed the Eid moon on March 29, making Ramadan 29 days. Employees with Saturday–Sunday weekends get a full five-day break.
30 Mar 2025
UAE Eid Al Fitr 2025: First Day Confirmed March 30
The UAE Presidential Court confirmed Sunday, March 30, 2025 as the first day of Eid Al Fitr after the Shawwal crescent was officially sighted on March 29, marking the end of Ramadan 1446 AH. Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Qatar share the same date, while Oman celebrates on March 31.
29 Mar 2025
UAE Food Bank and Ne'ma Cut Food Waste in Ramadan 2025
The UAE Food Bank has partnered with the National Food Loss and Waste Initiative Ne'ma to launch two Ramadan 2025 programs that will redirect one million surplus meals to people in need and place community fridges in key Dubai locations.
27 Mar 2025
UAE Eid Al Fitr 2025 Holiday Dates for Private Sector
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has officially announced the UAE Eid Al Fitr 2025 holiday dates for private sector employees: March 30 to April 1, 2025, as a paid public holiday. A fourth day may be added if Ramadan completes 30 days.
19 Mar 2025
Eid Al Fitr 2025 Dubai: Holiday Dates, Events & Fireworks
Eid Al Fitr 2025 in Dubai begins on Sunday, March 30, with a three-day public holiday running through April 1. Here is your complete guide to official dates, fireworks displays at Al Seef and Bluewaters, Eid brunches, shopping sales, and festive events across the city.
16 Mar 2025
Fireworks in Dubai During Ramadan 2025: Where to Watch
Dubai lights up the night sky with spectacular fireworks during Ramadan 2025. Catch free displays at Dubai Festival City Mall on March 15, Bluewaters & The Beach, JBR on March 22, and Global Village every Friday and Saturday throughout the holy month — all starting at 10 PM.
13 Mar 2025
UAE Auctions Plates & Numbers for Fathers' Endowment
The UAE's Most Noble Number charity auction, held across Abu Dhabi and Dubai during Ramadan 2025, auctioned premium licence plates and exclusive mobile numbers to fund the Fathers' Endowment campaign — raising money for healthcare services and medical treatment for patients in
12 Mar 2025
Best Iftar in Dubai: Affordable to Luxury Ramadan Dining
Ramadan in Dubai is the perfect time to explore exceptional Iftar dining. We've curated the top spots across the city, organised by theme and price — from authentic Middle Eastern spreads under Dhs100 to lavish five-star feasts at Palm Jumeirah and beyond.
9 Mar 2025
Salik Ramadan 2025 Toll Rates: Free Hours Explained
Salik has announced adjusted toll rates for Ramadan 2025 in Dubai, with free travel from 2am–7am daily to accommodate suhoor and iftar routines. Weekday peak hours (9am–5pm) remain at AED 6, while off-peak crossings drop to AED 4. Sundays carry a flat AED 4 rate from 7am–2am.
9 Mar 2025
Dubai Ramadan Iftar Cannon Locations: March 9 & 10
Dubai Police have unveiled the iftar cannon firing sites for Ramadan 2025, including Marsa Boulevard near Dubai Festival City Mall. The tradition dates to the 1960s — here are all 8 locations across the emirate.
8 Mar 2025
Dubai RTA Free Iftar Meals at Metro Stations This Ramadan
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is distributing free iftar meals at metro stations throughout Ramadan 2025, in partnership with noon Food. The initiative serves bus drivers, labourers, delivery riders, truck drivers, and low-income individuals — running from the
8 Mar 2025
Best Iftar Buffets in Dubai for Ramadan 2025
Dubai's best iftar buffets for Ramadan 2025 span luxury hotels and hidden gems. From Eugène Eugène at Kempinski to Giardino at Palazzo Versace, these restaurants offer lamb ouzi, mezze, live stations, and traditional desserts to mark the holy month in style.
4 Mar 2025
Sheikh Mohammed Receives Ramadan Well-Wishers in Dubai
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, received Ramadan well-wishers at the Al Mudaif Majlis in Union House, Dubai, in a gathering that celebrated Emirati values of unity, solidarity, and compassion.
4 Mar 2025
Dubai's Ramadan Home Decoration Contest: Win Dh200,000
Brand Dubai and Ferjan Dubai have launched the "Dubai's Best Decorated Ramadan Homes" competition for Ramadan 2025, offering a total prize pool of Dh200,000 in cash and Umrah travel tickets. All Dubai residents are eligible to enter by posting an Instagram Reel of their
3 Mar 2025
Best Ramadan 2025 Deals in Dubai to Grab Now
Dubai is packed with standout Ramadan 2025 deals this holy month, from 35% off staycation packages at The First Collection to luxury iftar nights at Raffles Dubai and free LEGO gifts at LEGOLAND. Here are the top promotions worth booking before they expire.
2 Mar 2025
Top 3 Ramadan Markets in Dubai for 2025
Dubai's best Ramadan markets for 2025 bring together traditional shopping, iftar and suhoor dining, live entertainment, and the iconic Ramadan cannon — from Expo City Dubai to Global Village and Jumeirah Emirates Towers.
1 Mar 2025
Dubai Ramadan 2025: Official Iftar Timings Revealed
Dubai's Ramadan 2025 began on Saturday, March 1. Muslims will observe daily fasts of close to 14 hours, with Fajr marking the start of fasting and Maghrib announcing iftar. Here are the official prayer times published by the General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments, and
1 Mar 2025
Dubai Launches Second #RamadanInDubai Campaign
Brand Dubai has launched the second edition of #RamadanInDubai, uniting Dubai residents and visitors with cultural events, heritage activations, mosque projections, a passport stamp initiative, and community outreach programs during the Holy Month of Ramadan 2025.
1 Mar 2025
UAE Deploys AI Drones for Ramadan Moon Sighting
The UAE became the first country to use AI-powered drones for Ramadan moon sighting, with the UAE Council for Fatwa deploying high-precision drone cameras 300 metres above Al-Khatim Astronomical Observatory on 28 February 2025.
28 Feb 2025
UAE Remote Learning on Fridays During Ramadan 2025
The UAE Ministry of Education has launched the "Ramadan with Family" program, allowing public school students to learn remotely from home on Fridays during Ramadan 2025 — balancing academic commitments with family and spiritual activities throughout the holy month.
27 Feb 2025
Dubai Property Market Thrives in Ramadan 2025
Dubai's property market defied slowdown expectations during Ramadan, with Betterhomes projecting 13,500 transactions worth AED36 billion in 2025 — building on a 39% surge in deals and 55% rise in sales value recorded in Ramadan 2024.
26 Feb 2025
Global Village Ramadan 2025: Extended Hours & Events
Global Village has extended its Ramadan 2025 hours to 1 AM on weekdays and 2 AM on weekends, launching a "Home of Ramadan Wonders" season with a Ramadan Cannon, Arabian Orchestra, Multaqa seating area, and traditional food stalls. Tickets from Dhs27.
26 Feb 2025
Ramadan 2025 UAE Work Hours for Public Sector Announced
The Federal Authority for Government Human Resources (FAHR) has announced official Ramadan 2025 work hours for UAE public sector employees: 9 AM to 2:30 PM Monday through Thursday, and 9 AM to 12 PM on Fridays. Flexible schedules and remote work are permitted within these limits.
24 Feb 2025
Ramadan in Dubai 2025: Dates, Hours & Highlights
Ramadan in Dubai 2025 begins Saturday, March 1. Here's what residents and visitors need to know — official dates, reduced private-sector hours, school timings, Ramadan District markets, and the Eid Al Fitr public holiday.
18 Feb 2025
Dubai Mall Expansion: 65 New Stores Open for Ramadan
Emaar Properties founder Mohamed Alabbar has announced a Dubai Mall expansion bringing 65 exclusive retail stores and dining concepts to the mall at the start of Ramadan 2025, part of a wider Dh1.5 billion development.
13 Feb 2025
Eid Al Fitr 2025 UAE: Dates and Public Holidays
Eid Al Fitr 2025 in the UAE is confirmed for March 30 to April 1, giving residents at least a four-day break. Here are the official public holiday dates, moon sighting rules, and what to expect for both public and private sector employees.
11 Feb 2025
Ramadan 2025 UAE Start Date: Just One Month Away
Ramadan 2025 in the UAE is just one month away, with astronomical calculations pointing to Saturday, March 1, as the start date. UAE astronomer Ibrahim Al Jarwan has identified February 28 as the moon-sighting date that will confirm the holy month's arrival.
29 Jan 2025
Dubai's First Ramadan Market of 2025 Kicks Off This Weekend
Dubai Municipality's Ramadan Market returns for its third year, opening January 25 at the Grand Souq in Deira. The market runs daily 10 AM–10 PM through February 22, offering essential goods, electronics, specialty items, and Hag Al Laila products ahead of Ramadan.
25 Jan 2025
Ramadan 2025 SEO Fix
UAE astronomer Dr Ibrahim Al Jarwan, chairman of the Emirates Astronomy Society, predicts Ramadan 2025 will begin on Saturday, 1 March 2025. The crescent is expected on 28 February — only the second winter Ramadan in 24 years, bringing shorter fasting hours across the UAE.
5 Dec 2024
Eid Al Fitr 2025 UAE Public Holidays: Dates and Duration
Planning ahead for UAE public holidays in 2025? Eid Al Fitr is the first major celebration after New Year. Expect at least three days off, with a possible fourth if Ramadan runs the full 30 days. Here's what astronomers predict and when the official announcement will come.
7 Aug 2024