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Emirates Woman
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Emirates Woman
When's the next long weekend after the Eid Al Adha holidays?
Now that we're looking forward to the four-day break for Arafat Day and Eid Al Adha in next week in June, you might be wondering when are your next holidays coming. Let's take a look at what's left in this year's public holiday calendar. View this post on Instagram A post shared by DIANA SHEKHANY (@dianashex) The holiday period starts with Arafat Day on Thursday, June 5, followed by Eid Al Adha celebrations from Friday, June 6 through Sunday, June 8. Since these dates lined up perfectly with the weekend, it's a nice long break for everyone. These dates were all part of the official 2025 public holiday schedule that the government announced earlier this year. So what's next? There are still three more public holidays to look forward to before the year ends. The next one up is Islamic New Year, which is expected to fall on Thursday, June 26. This one-day holiday marks the beginning of Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar. UAE Public Holidays 2025: How to plan your long weekends and extended breaks? Later in the year, we'll have the Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) birthday, currently expected to be on Friday, September 5. The exact date will be confirmed closer to the time since it depends on the moon sighting. This is always a special day with various religious and community events happening across the country. Then to wrap up the year, we've got UAE National Day on Tuesday and Wednesday, December 2-3. This two-day break is always full of excitement with fireworks, concerts, and all kinds of patriotic celebrations across the Emirates. Since it falls mid-week, some people might choose to take a couple extra days off to make it a longer break. Eid Al Adha Escape Plan: 7 unusual getaways less than 4 hours from Dubai The government can sometimes move holidays to the start or end of the week to create longer weekends, but this doesn't apply to Eid holidays. If a holiday happens to fall on a weekend, we don't get an extra day to make up for it. Also, local governments can sometimes announce additional holidays for special occasions in their emirate. So there you have it – three more chances to relax and enjoy some time off before we ring in 2026. Whether you're planning a quick getaway, a staycation, or just some quality downtime, these upcoming holidays give you something to look forward to in the second half of the year. – For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and Instagram Images: Instagram & Feature Image: @dianashex
Time Out Dubai
a day ago
- Time Out Dubai
Islamic New Year 2025: When is it and will Dubai get a day off work?
Daydreaming about your upcoming holiday plans? Us too. The Islamic New Year is coming sooner than you might think, with the official UAE public holiday set to arrive in June 2025. When exactly is Islamic New Year 2025? Current astronomical predictions indicate that the Islamic New Year dates should fall on Thursday June 26 in the UAE, which would split the Dubai working week in half. Announced as part of the country's official UAE public holiday dates for 2025, the occasion will give private and public sector workers one day off work. The Islamic New Year is one of a few public holidays tied to the Hijri calendar, which relies on the lunar cycle, and the exact date won't be known until much closer to the time. The occasion falls on the Hijri date of Muharram 1 and will kick off the year 1447 in the Islamic calendar. The exact date of the holiday depends on whether Dhu Al Hijjah, the 12th and final month in the Islamic calendar, is a 29-day or 30-day month. What is Islamic New Year? The Islamic New Year marks the beginning of every year in the Hijri calendar and falls on the first day of Muharram. Also referred to as Hijra or Al Hijri, the occasion is celebrated like any other public holiday in Dubai with big fireworks displays, dining deals and more. What other UAE public holidays are coming up in 2025? UAE public holidays 2025 revealed: save the date for these days off (Credit: Canva) The next one on the way is Eid Al Adha which will also fall in June this year. This holiday will give UAE residents a bumper four day weekend. It has now officially been confirmed by UAE's moon sighting committee that Arafat Day will begin on Thursday June 4, followed by Eid Al Adha on Friday June 6, Saturday June 7 and Sunday June 8. You might also like: Eid Al Adha break will fall over the weekend this year: Here's why this public holiday won't shift After Eid Al Adha comes the Islamic New Year in June. If you get creative with your annual leave, then you could get a whopping 17 days off that month. The Prophet Muhammad's birthday (PBUH) follows the June holidays and is currently predicted to fall on Thursday September 4 this year. And the final UAE public holiday of the year will be the National Day weekend, also known as Eid Al Etihad, which will fall on Tuesday December 2 and Wednesday December 3. The National Day celebrations are not tied to the Islamic Hijri calendar. The Gregorian new year is also a public holiday in the UAE and will be the first one of 2026. You might also like: UAE public holidays: Every long weekend to look forward to in 2025 The dates to know 22 pictures that show how much Dubai has changed from the 1950s to today Take a look at these unrecognisable photos of the city 112 best things to do in Dubai in 2025 Everything to tick off your Dubai bucket list
What's On
2 days ago
- What's On
UAE: When is Islamic New Year, and do we get a public holiday?
Mark your calendars… We just got confirmation about the Eid Al Adha 2025 holidays this June, but if you're a planner and planning ahead, we have another public holiday in the same month – Islamic New Year. Islamic New Year is also referred to as Hijri New Year. It marks the start of the Islamic lunar year (the first day of Muharram), which is based on the sighting of the new moon. Islamic New Year in 2025 is set to fall on Thursday, June 26, 2025. It won't be a long weekend, but it will bring you a mini-break in the workweek. However, a s this holiday is also tied to the moon sighting, we will have to wait for confirmation from the UAE officials. What is the significance of Hijri New Year? Hijri or Hijiri comes from the Arabic word Al Hijra meaning 'flight' or 'migration' and it marks the day that Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) travelled from Makkah to the city of Al Madina El Monawara, in the Gregorian calendar year of 622AD. What other public holidays are there in 2025? If you're curious, we do some more public holidays after Islamic New Year. Prophet Mohammed's (PBUH) birthday will then fall on Friday, September 5, 2025. If it is a confirmed holiday by the UAE, this means we will get a three-day-long weekend (for those of us who have a two-day weekend). After September 2025, our next public holiday is in December for Commemoration Day and UAE National Day. Commemoration Day falls on Monday, December 1, and UAE National Day will follow directly after on December 2 and 3 which are Tuesday and Wednesday. Which means, if you enjoy a two-day weekend, you will have a lovely five-day-long weekend. However, we will have to wait for the official announcements, so stay tuned to for the announcements. Images: Unsplash > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
What are the next UAE public holidays after Eid Al Adha? Here are the big holidays of 2025
With Eid Al Adha bringing a welcome four-day weekend in early June, many across the UAE are already asking the next logical question: when's the next break? Whether you're hoping to travel, spend time with family, or simply hit pause, there's still more to look forward to this year. The UAE Cabinet has confirmed 12 official public holidays for 2025, and with Eid behind us, three are still to come. Here's a quick look at what's next and how to make the most of each one. Quick recap: Eid Al Adha in early June According to the moon-sighting committee, Arafat Day will fall on Thursday, 5 June, with Eid Al Adha beginning on Friday, 6 June. With regular weekends factored in, most UAE residents will enjoy a four-day break through Sunday, 8 June. This extended weekend marks one of the longest public holidays of the year, combining religious observance with a chance to unwind. 1. Islamic New Year – Thursday, 26 June Just a few weeks later, the UAE will mark the first day of Muharram, signalling the start of the Islamic New Year. While this is a quieter, more reflective occasion—often observed with prayer and family time—it also offers a smart opportunity for a long weekend. Since it falls on a Thursday, those who take Friday off as annual leave can enjoy another four-day break. 2. Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) Birthday – Friday, 5 September Known as Mawlid Al-Nabi , this holiday commemorates the birth of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and lands on Friday, 5 September this year. It's traditionally observed through religious lectures, community events, and gatherings. The timing—on a Friday—naturally sets up a three-day weekend, providing a break just as the post-summer routine begins to settle in. 3. UAE National Day – Tuesday and Wednesday, 2–3 December The final—and perhaps most festive—public holiday of the year is UAE National Day, marking the unification of the Emirates in 1971. Falling on Tuesday and Wednesday, 2–3 December, this two-day celebration promises flag-waving parades, fireworks, concerts, and widespread festivities. If you're strategic, adding Monday and Thursday to your annual leave could transform the week into a five-day mini-vacation—perfect for a staycation or travel getaway to wrap up the year. A few things to remember Holiday shifts are possible: Except for Eid, the UAE government reserves the right to move holidays to the start or end of the week. No makeup days: If a public holiday falls on a weekend, it typically won't be compensated. Emirate-specific exceptions: Local governments may declare additional holidays for events unique to each emirate or institution. So while the year's major Eid holidays may be behind us, 2025 still holds a few more opportunities to unwind. Whether you're planning around spiritual observance, national pride, or simply in need of a break—mark those dates and plan ahead. One step to a healthier you—join Times Health+ Yoga and feel the change
What's On
3 days ago
- Business
- What's On
UAE confirms Eid Al Adha 2025 public holiday dates
The UAE has confirmed that Thursday, June 5 until Sunday, June 8, 2025 will be a public holiday for the public sector. Work will resume as normal on Monday, June 9, 2025. This means those of us who have a two-day weekend will enjoy a lovely four-day break. The announcement was made by the Federal Authority For Government Human Resources – UAE via X (previously Twitter). حسب تعميم للهيئة.. عطلة وقفة عرفة وعيد الأضحى للوزارات والجهات الاتحادية لهذا العام 1446هـ سوف تبدأ من 09 ذي الحجة 1446هـ الموافق يوم الخميس 05 يونيو 2025، وتستمر لغاية 12 ذي الحجة 1446هـ الموافق يوم الأحد 08 يونيو 2025م، على أن يستأنف الدوام الرسمي يوم الاثنين 09 يونيو 2025م. — FAHR (@FAHR_UAE) May 28, 2025 What is Eid Al Adha? According to tradition, Eid Al Adha is held to honour Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son, after being instructed to do so by God. Prophet Ibrahim told his son of the dream, and the son then told his father to follow the order. But God intervened, sending a sheep to take his son's place. The occasion of Eid Al Adha is usually marked with a few days off for both the public and private sectors. At the moment, the public holiday has only been announced for the public sector, but we can expect the announcement to come in for the private sector soon. What other public holidays are there in 2025? After Eid Al Adha, the next public holiday in 2025 is the Islamic New Year which will fall on Friday, June 27, 2025. Prophet Mohammed's (PBUH) birthday will then fall on Monday, September 1, 2025. After September, our next public holiday is in December for Commemoration Day and UAE National Day. Commemoration Day falls on Monday, December 1, and UAE National Day will follow directly after on December 2 and 3 which is Tuesday and Wednesday. Which means, if you enjoy a two-day weekend, you will have a lovely five-day long weekend. However, we will have to wait for the official announcements, so stay tuned to for the announcements. Images: Unsplash > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
