Holidays · United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emirates Public Holidays 2026
🇦🇪 Complete list of national and public holidays in United Arab Emirates for 2026 and 2027. Includes dates, weekdays, and notes on regional variations where relevant.
2026
| Date | Holiday | Day | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 | New Year's Day | Thursday | public |
| March 21, 2026 | Eid al-Fitr 3 days — subject to moon sighting |
Saturday | public |
| May 27, 2026 | Arafat Day | Wednesday | public |
| May 28, 2026 | Eid al-Adha 3 days |
Thursday | public |
| June 21, 2026 | Islamic New Year | Sunday | public |
| September 8, 2026 | Prophet Muhammad's Birthday | Tuesday | public |
| December 1, 2026 | Commemoration Day | Tuesday | public |
| December 2, 2026 | National Day 2 days |
Wednesday | public |
2027
| Date | Holiday | Day | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2027 | New Year's Day | Friday | public |
| March 21, 2027 | Eid al-Fitr 3 days — subject to moon sighting |
Sunday | public |
| May 27, 2027 | Arafat Day | Thursday | public |
| May 28, 2027 | Eid al-Adha 3 days |
Friday | public |
| June 21, 2027 | Islamic New Year | Monday | public |
| September 8, 2027 | Prophet Muhammad's Birthday | Wednesday | public |
| December 1, 2027 | Commemoration Day | Wednesday | public |
| December 2, 2027 | National Day 2 days |
Thursday | public |
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does United Arab Emirates have?
8 in 2026.
What's the biggest holiday in United Arab Emirates?
Christmas Day and the new-year period.
Are banks closed on these days in United Arab Emirates?
Generally yes — banks observe the national/public holiday calendar. International business should plan around these dates to avoid payment-settlement delays.