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UAE Public Holidays 2025. This page contains a national calendar of all 2025 public holidays. These dates may be modified as official changes are announced, so please check back regularly for updates. Predicted UAE public holidays 2025. New Year’s Day: Wednesday January 1, 2025; Eid Al Fitr: Sunday March 30 – Thursday April 3, 2025 (TBC) Arafat Day: Wednesday June 3; Eid Al Adha: Thursday June 4 – Sunday June 8, 2025; Islamic New Year: Thursday June 26, 2025; The Prophet Muhammad’s birthday (PBUH) : Friday September 5, 2025 Thanks to the UAE Cabinet’s approval of the official holiday calendar, it’s time to start pencilling in those extended weekends and vacation plans. The end of Ramadan means one thing – Eid Al Fitr is here and it’s time to celebrate with family, friends and plenty of feasting. This year, the dates depend on how long Ramadan lasts. When are the UAE public holidays in 2025? January 1 2025: New Year’s Day; Ramadan 30: If Ramadan is a 30-day month; Shawwal 1: Eid Al Fitr holiday; Shawwal 2: Eid Al Fitr holiday; Shawwal 3: Eid Al Fitr holiday; Dhu Al Hijjah 9: Arafat Day; Dhu Al Hijjah 10: Eid Al Adha; Dhu Al Hijjah 11: Eid Al Adha; Dhu Al Hijjah 12: Eid Al Adha; Muharram 1 If Ramadan lasts 29 days: Eid Al Fitr will begin on Sunday, March 30, 2025, and the public holiday will run from Sunday, March 30, to Wednesday, April 2 – giving us a 4-day break. If Ramadan lasts 30 days: Eid Al Fitr will start on Monday, March 31, 2025, and the public holiday will last until Thursday, April 3 – giving us a 5-day break. One of the most significant events in the Islamic calendar, Ramadan 2025 in the UAE will begin on March 29 and is expected to last until April 27. Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset throughout this holy month, setting apart time for community, prayer or reflection. Expected Dates for Eid Al Fitr 2025 . Astronomers predict that Ramadan will begin on Saturday 1 March this year, following the crescent moon sighting. If Ramadan lasts 29 days, Eid Al Fitr is expected to start on Sunday 30 March 2025. This could grant a four-day weekend from Sunday to Tuesday, combined with the usual weekend. However, if The first big UAE public holiday of 2025 will be Eid Al Fitr. The UAE government has confirmed that we will have at least three official days off for Eid Al Fitr with an additional day if Ramadan is a 30-day month. When will Ramadan 2025 begin? The crescent moon indicating the start of Shaaban, the Hijri month that precedes Ramadan, was spotted on Thursday, January 31. As per the Hijri calendar The UAE has announced the following holidays for the public and private sector in 2025: According to UAE legislation if Ramadan is a 30-day month it will mean an additional day of holiday at the start of Eid Al Fitr. The Islamic calendar follows a lunar system, causing Ramadan to shift approximately 10 days earlier each year in the Gregorian calendar. The start of Ramadan depends on the sighting of the new crescent moon, which may vary based on location and weather conditions. Ramadan 2025 Dates in Different Countries. Image Source: Twitter. Saudi Arabia Ramadan 2025 is just around the corner, and as the city prepares for the Holy Month, there are plenty of important updates to keep in mind. From the official moon sighting and adjusted work hours to Dubai Metro schedules, paid parking timings, school distance learning updates, and where to witness the iconic Ramadan cannon—use this as your guide to stay informed on all the latest updates. When the waning crescent is spotted by UAE astronomers, it will signify the final night of Ramadan and the start of Eid Al Fitr 2025, the next public holiday in the UAE. What is Ramadan? Ramadan is the ninth month in the Islamic lunar calendar when Muslims around the world abstain from eating, drinking and smoking between sunrise and sunset. When the waning crescent is spotted by UAE astronomers, that will signify the final night of Ramadan – and the start of Eid Al Fitr 2025 (the next public holiday in the UAE). What is Ramadan? Ramadan is an annual month of fasting, worship, service and community gathering in the Islamic lunar calendar. The Islamic calendar follows a lunar system, causing Ramadan to shift approximately 10 days earlier each year in the Gregorian calendar. The start of Ramadan depends on the sighting of the new crescent moon, which may vary based on location and weather conditions. Ramadan 2025 Dates in Different Countries. Image Source: Twitter. Saudi Arabia Expected Dates for Eid Al Fitr 2025. Eid Al Fitr marks the end of Ramadan, and the dates for this celebration have been tentatively set. If Ramadan lasts for the full 30 days, Eid will be from Monday, March 31, to Thursday, April 3, 2025. However, if Ramadan completes 29 days, Eid will begin on Sunday, March 30, and continue until Wednesday The start date of Ramadan 2025 UAE is predicted to be Saturday March 1 in the Gregorian calendar, according to the latest astronomical predictions. Astronomer Ibrahim Al Jarwan, chairman of the board of directors of the Emirates Astronomy Society predicted that the crescent moon of the month of Ramadan in 2025 will first arise on Friday Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of Ramadan, is expected to begin on March 31, 2025. Like the start of Ramadan, the exact date depends on the sighting of the crescent moon (called the Shawwal Moon) on the evening of March 30. Final Thoughts on Eid Al Fitr Holiday UAE 2025. The Eid Al Fitr holiday in UAE is not just a time for rest but a period of joy, reflection, and togetherness. Whether you plan to travel, celebrate with loved ones, or enjoy the exciting events happening across the UAE, Eid 2025 is going to be a special time for everyone. If the date forecasted by IAC is accurate, Ramadan will end on March 29 or 30, with the sighting of the waning crescent moon signaling the beginning of Eid al-Fitr. Moreover, if Ramadan 2025 lasts 29 days, Eid al-Fitr will commence on Sunday, March 30. Public holidays are scheduled for Sunday (March 30), Monday (March 31), and Tuesday (April 1
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