Emirate holiday guide

Ras Al Khaimah Public Holidays 2026

Ras Al Khaimah residents usually follow the UAE federal public holiday calendar. Use this page to track Eid, Hijri holidays, Eid Al Etihad, and the best leave-planning windows for Ras Al Khaimah.

Open the leave calculator View live countdown
Calendar basisUses the UAE public holiday calendar for 2026.
Local planningCheck school, employer, and sector announcements for local operating schedules.
Best featureUse the leave calculator to connect holidays with weekends.

Important dates

HolidayDateStatusNote
New Year's DayJanuary 1, 2026Confirmed1 day
Eid Al FitrMarch 19-22, 2026Confirmed4 days
Arafat DayMay 26, 2026Confirmed1 day
Eid Al AdhaMay 27-29, 2026Confirmed3 days
Islamic New YearJune 16, 2026EstimatedMoon sighting
Prophet Birthday / MawlidAugust 25, 2026EstimatedMoon sighting
Commemoration DayDecember 1, 2026Confirmed1 day
Eid Al Etihad / UAE National DayDecember 2-3, 2026Confirmed2 days

Frequently asked questions

Does Ras Al Khaimah have different public holidays?

Ras Al Khaimah generally follows the UAE public holiday calendar, although school, bank, and employer schedules can have separate operating notices.

What is the next Ras Al Khaimah public holiday in 2026?

As of June 6, 2026, the next listed UAE public holiday is Islamic New Year, expected on June 16, 2026.

How can Ras Al Khaimah residents plan long weekends?

Use the homepage leave calculator to combine public holidays, your weekend pattern, and annual leave days.

Related guides

UAE Public Holidays 2026›Next Public Holiday in UAE›UAE Long Weekends 2026›UAE Leave Planner›

Note: Islamic holiday dates can shift based on official moon sighting announcements.