Holidays · Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia Public Holidays 2026
🇸🇦 Complete list of national and public holidays in Saudi Arabia for 2026 and 2027. Includes dates, weekdays, and notes on regional variations where relevant.
2026
| Date | Holiday | Day | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 22, 2026 | Founding Day | Sunday | national |
| March 21, 2026 | Eid al-Fitr ~4 days — moon sighting |
Saturday | religious |
| May 28, 2026 | Eid al-Adha ~5 days — moon sighting |
Thursday | religious |
| September 23, 2026 | National Day | Wednesday | national |
2027
| Date | Holiday | Day | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 22, 2027 | Founding Day | Monday | national |
| March 21, 2027 | Eid al-Fitr ~4 days — moon sighting |
Sunday | religious |
| May 28, 2027 | Eid al-Adha ~5 days — moon sighting |
Friday | religious |
| September 23, 2027 | National Day | Thursday | national |
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Saudi Arabia have?
4 in 2026.
What's the biggest holiday in Saudi Arabia?
Christmas Day and the new-year period.
Are banks closed on these days in Saudi Arabia?
Generally yes — banks observe the national/public holiday calendar. International business should plan around these dates to avoid payment-settlement delays.