UAE Public Holidays 2026: Next Break Slated for July After Eid Al Adha

UAE residents will observe their next public holiday on July 16, 2026, marking the Islamic New Year. The break follows the conclusion of the Eid Al Adha holidays, which are projected to run from late May according to astronomical calculations. Projected Holiday Dates Based on the Hijri calendar, Arafat Day is expected to fall on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. This will be followed by a three-day break for Eid Al Adha from Thursday, May 28, to Saturday, May 30. Following this period, the Islamic New Year (1 Muharram 1448) is anticipated to occur on Thursday, July 16, 2026, potentially providing a long weekend for the public and private sectors. The Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) Birthday is projected for Thursday, September 24, 2026. While these dates are subject to official moon sightings by the UAE’s moon-sighting committee, they provide a framework for annual leave planning and travel arrangements. End-of-Year Breaks The 2026 holiday cycle concludes with the annual Commemoration Day and UAE National Day observances. Commemoration Day is scheduled for Tuesday, December 1. This is immediately followed by the 55th UAE National Day celebrations on Wednesday, December 2, and Thursday, December…