UAE public holidays 2027: Full list of expected dates and long weekends
Dubai: Planning your holidays for 2027? The UAE is set to have several public holidays throughout the year, including New Year, Eid Al Fitr, Arafah Day and Eid Al Adha, Islamic New Year, the Prophet’s Birthday and Eid Al Etihad. While some dates can be confirmed in advance, Islamic holidays are based on the Hijri calendar and remain subject to official moon sightings. Here is a look at the…
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) will have several public holidays in 2027, including New Year's Day on January 1, Eid Al Fitr between March 9 and 12, Arafah Day and Eid Al Adha from May 15 to 18, Islamic New Year on June 6, Prophet Muhammad's Birthday on August 14, and Eid Al Etihad on December 2 and 3. Islamic holidays are based on the sighting of the crescent moon and can vary each year. Depending on moon sightings, Eid Al Fitr could extend to four days, potentially giving residents a six-day break.
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