{
  "id": 14924154,
  "title": "Ramadan, Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha 2027: UAE dates and public holidays",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/16/ramadan-eid-al-fitr-and-eid-al-adha-2027-uae-dates-and-public-holidays",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-16T09:06:55.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/ask-us/ramadan-2027-eid-al-fitr-eid-al-adha-uae-public-holidays-1.500712923"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "For the years leading up to 2027, the United Arab Emirates has determined the approximate dates of Ramadan, Eid Al Fitr, and Eid Al Adha holidays. However, the exact days will be confirmed upon the official sighting of the crescent moon.\n\nRamadan 2027 is anticipated to commence on Monday, February 8. During this month, Muslims observe fasting from dawn until sunset, engaging in increased worship, charity, and community bonding. The exact duration of Ramadan is uncertain, as it may span 29 or 30 days. If Ramadan extends to 30 days, the final day, Eid Al Fitr, could commence on either March 9 or 10, depending on the sighting of the Shawwal crescent.\n\nEid Al Fitr is projected to fall on either March 9 or 10, contingent on the sighting of the crescent. Should Ramadan endure 30 days, the Eid celebration would officially begin on March 10. Following this, a four-day public holiday will be granted, covering May 15 to May 18, 2027, for Arafah Day and Eid Al Adha. These holidays are determined by the lunar Hijri calendar, which cannot be altered to create a longer weekend. Consequently, UAE residents will receive three paid holidays during Eid Al Fitr and an additional day if Ramadan lasts 30 days, expanding the break to four days. This would result in residents enjoying a potential six-day break from March 9 to 14, 2027, contingent upon official confirmation.",
  "summary": "Dubai: Planning ahead for Ramadan and the Eid holidays in 2027? Astronomical forecasts have provided an early indication of when the holy month will begin and when UAE residents can expect to celebrate Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha. However, the final dates will depend on official crescent moon sightings. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here. When will…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}