Planning your 2025 getaways just got easier!
The UAE has announced its public holiday calendar for the upcoming year, giving you plenty of time to schedule those much-needed breaks.
There’s nothing more annoying than the super-organised colleague at work who gets their holiday dates in before anyone else. Well, now you can be that person to ensure you get those few extra days approved.
Here’s the rundown of the holidays you can look forward to in 2025:
New Year’s Day kicks off the year with a one-day holiday on January 1. Whether you’re recovering from celebrations or starting new resolutions, it’s a great way to welcome the new year.
Eid Al-Fitr offers a three-day break from Shawwal 1 to 3, right after Ramadan ends. If Ramadan extends to 30 days, you might get an extra day off! Keep an eye on the moon sighting for the exact dates.
Arafat Day falls on Dhu Al Hijjah 9, leading into a three-day holiday for Eid Al-Adha from Dhu Al Hijjah 10 to 12.
Islamic New Year on Muharram 1 gives everyone a day off to mark the beginning of the Islamic lunar calendar.
Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday on Rabi Al Awwal 12 is another one-day holiday.
UAE National Day wraps up the year with nationwide celebrations on December 2 and 3.
Remember, if a public holiday falls on a weekend, it won’t be moved to another day, so plan your long weekends and trips accordingly.
Local governments can approve extra holidays for special occasions, so you might get lucky with additional days off depending on where you work. Some holiday dates might also shift slightly due to moon sightings, so keep that in mind.
Whether it’s a quick local trip or a longer vacation abroad, these public holidays are perfect opportunities to relax and recharge throughout 2025. If you’re planning a break, why not discover a Southeast Asian adventure?
If you’re still thinking about this year, the remaining holiday dates are listed below:
Sunday, June 16: Arafat Day
Monday, June 17: Eid al-Adha holiday
Tuesday, June 18: Eid al-Adha holiday
Wednesday, June 19: Eid al-Adha holiday
Sunday, July 7: Islamic New Year
Sunday, September 15: Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) birthday
Monday, December 2: National Day
Tuesday, December 3: National Day holiday
DSCVR: UAE 2025 public holidays revealed.
