The UAE had 14 official public holiday days in 2025 — one more than 2024 — running from New Year’s Day on 1 January through UAE National Day on 2 and 3 December. All dates on this page are confirmed, as 2025 has concluded and all Islamic holiday dates were officially announced by UAE authorities following moon sighting confirmation.
What to do now:
- Use the table below to verify 2025 leave entitlements or payroll records
- Note the June holiday cluster — three Islamic holidays fell within 22 days of each other
- See UAE public holidays 2026 for the current year’s dates
UAE Public Holidays 2025 — Full Confirmed Date Table
| Holiday | Date | Day | Islamic Month | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | 1 January | Wednesday | — | Fixed date |
| Eid Al Fitr | 30 March–2 April | Sunday–Wednesday | Shawwal 1–3 | 4 days — Ramadan completed 30 days |
| Day of Arafat | 5 June | Thursday | Dhu Al-Hijjah 9 | Confirmed date |
| Eid Al Adha | 6–8 June | Friday–Sunday | Dhu Al-Hijjah 10–12 | 3 confirmed days |
| Islamic New Year | 26 June | Thursday | Muharram 1 | Confirmed date |
| Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday | 4 September | Thursday | Rabiʽ al-Awwal 12 | Confirmed date |
| Commemoration Day | 1 December | Monday | — | Fixed date |
| UAE National Day | 2–3 December | Tuesday–Wednesday | — | Fixed date |
2025 had 14 official holiday days rather than the standard 13, because Ramadan completed its full 30-day cycle before Shawwal began, extending Eid Al Fitr from the standard 3 days to 4 consecutive days off.
Long Weekends in UAE 2025
Several 2025 holidays sat adjacent to the standard Friday–Saturday weekend, creating extended breaks without requiring additional annual leave.
| Long Weekend | Dates | Consecutive Days Off |
|---|---|---|
| Eid Al Fitr | 30 March–2 April (Sun–Wed) + 4–5 April weekend | Up to 7 days |
| Day of Arafat + Eid Al Adha | 5–8 June (Thu–Sun) | 4 consecutive days |
| Islamic New Year | 26–28 June (Thu–Sat) | 3 days |
| Commemoration Day + National Day | 1–3 December (Mon–Wed) + 5–6 December weekend | Long cluster |
The Eid Al Fitr 2025 break was the longest extended holiday of the year. The Sunday-to-Wednesday block sat directly before the standard weekend, meaning residents who planned around it had up to 7 consecutive days off without using any annual leave — a rare alignment that last occurred similarly in 2022.
Eid 2025 UAE — Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha Confirmed Dates
Eid is the Arabic word for “celebration” or “festival.” The UAE observes two major Eid holidays annually: Eid Al Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan, and Eid Al Adha, the Feast of Sacrifice commemorating Prophet Ibrahim’s (AS) obedience to God’s command.
Eid Al Fitr 2025
Eid Al Fitr 2025 in the UAE ran from Sunday 30 March to Wednesday 2 April — four official public holidays corresponding to Shawwal 1 through 3, with the extra day added because Ramadan 2025 completed its full 30-day count.
Combined with the preceding Friday–Saturday weekend on 28–29 March, residents who finished work on Thursday 27 March had a potential 7-day break before returning on Thursday 3 April. This made Eid Al Fitr 2025 one of the most valuable annual leave leverage points in recent years.
Eid Al Adha 2025
Eid Al Adha 2025 in the UAE ran from Friday 6 June to Sunday 8 June — three official public holidays corresponding to Dhu Al-Hijjah 10, 11, and 12. The Day of Arafat on Thursday 5 June immediately preceded it.
The Eid Al Adha 2025 holiday fell entirely within the weekend, meaning the 3-day Eid period covered Friday, Saturday, and Sunday — days that are already non-working for most private sector employees. The only confirmed standalone day off was Thursday 5 June (Day of Arafat), which extended the preceding work week’s effective end by one day.
Pro tip: For retroactive payroll or leave calculations involving June 2025, the key question is whether employees were entitled to compensation for Eid Al Adha days that fell on their standard off-days (Friday–Sunday). UAE Labour Law provides that if a public holiday coincides with a weekly rest day, a substitute day off or compensation is typically owed — confirm against the specific employment contract and free zone rules.
The June 2025 Holiday Cluster
A distinctive feature of UAE holidays 2025 was the concentration of three Islamic holidays within a 22-day window in June.
Day of Arafat fell on 5 June, Eid Al Adha ran 6–8 June, and Islamic New Year followed on 26 June. This created a June with 5 official public holiday days — the highest concentration of any single month in 2025, and significantly more than any comparable month in 2024 or 2026.
This clustering does not repeat in 2026, where the same three holidays spread across May and June due to the Islamic lunar calendar shifting approximately 10–11 days earlier each year.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public holidays were there in UAE in 2025?
The UAE had 14 official public holiday days in 2025 — one more than the 13 that apply in most years. The additional day came from Ramadan 2025 completing its full 30-day cycle, extending Eid Al Fitr from 3 to 4 days. This applied to both public and private sector employees across the UAE.
When was Eid Al Fitr 2025 in UAE?
Eid Al Fitr 2025 in the UAE ran from Sunday 30 March to Wednesday 2 April — four confirmed public holidays covering Shawwal 1 through 3. Ramadan 2025 completed 30 days before Shawwal began, which added the extra day compared to the standard 3-day Eid Al Fitr entitlement.
When was Eid Al Adha 2025 in UAE?
Eid Al Adha 2025 in the UAE was observed from Friday 6 June to Sunday 8 June, covering Dhu Al-Hijjah 10, 11, and 12. The Day of Arafat on Thursday 5 June immediately preceded it. Because all three Eid days fell on Friday through Sunday, the standalone working day affected was only Thursday 5 June.
Why did UAE have 14 holidays in 2025 instead of 13?
The UAE typically observes 13 official public holiday days per year. In 2025, the total rose to 14 because Ramadan completed its maximum 30-day cycle before Shawwal began — a calendar outcome that extends Eid Al Fitr by one day. This extra day is officially confirmed by UAE authorities alongside the moon sighting announcement.
Last verified: July 2026 Reviewed by: UAE Content Team Source: UAE Government Portal — Official Holidays
