UAE Public Holidays 2027: Key Dates and Long Weekends

Sep 10, 2026

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Sep 10, 2026 13:31

UAE public holidays 2027: Full list of expected dates and long weekends

## New Year's Day

The first public holiday in the UAE for 2027 will be New Year's Day on Friday, January 1. This will provide residents with a three-day weekend, as it is followed by Saturday and Sunday.

## Eid Al Fitr

Eid Al Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan, is anticipated to begin on March 9, 2027. Depending on the moon sighting, this holiday could last three or four days, potentially extending the break to six days if it includes the weekend.

## Arafah Day and Eid Al Adha

Arafah Day and Eid Al Adha are expected from May 15 to 18, 2027. The exact dates will be confirmed based on the sighting of the Dhu Al Hijja crescent moon.

## Islamic New Year

The Islamic New Year, or Hijri New Year, is projected to fall on Sunday, June 6, 2027, subject to moon sighting.

## Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday

The Prophet’s Birthday is expected on Saturday, August 14, 2027, depending on the lunar calendar.

## Eid Al Etihad

The UAE's National Day, known as Eid Al Etihad, will be celebrated on December 2 and 3, 2027. This will likely result in a four-day weekend, as it coincides with the regular weekend.

## Moon Sighting and Holiday Dates

Islamic holidays in the UAE are determined by the Hijri calendar and moon sightings. The dates can vary, as each Hijri month is either 29 or 30 days long. Official committees confirm the start of new months based on crescent sightings.

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