Official calendar guide

UAE Public Holidays 2026

The UAE public holidays 2026 calendar includes New Year, Eid Al Fitr, Arafat Day, Eid Al Adha, Islamic New Year, Prophet Birthday, Commemoration Day, and UAE National Day. Islamic holidays are confirmed by official moon sighting, so estimated dates can move by one day.

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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, 2026ConfirmedPart of a 4-day Eid break with Arafat Day
Islamic New YearJune 16, 2026Estimated1 day
Prophet BirthdayAugust 25, 2026Estimated1 day
Commemoration DayDecember 1, 2026Confirmed1 day
UAE National DayDecember 2-3, 2026Confirmed2 days

Frequently asked questions

What are the UAE public holidays in 2026?

The UAE public holidays in 2026 include New Year’s Day, Eid Al Fitr, Arafat Day, Eid Al Adha, Islamic New Year, Prophet Birthday, Commemoration Day, and UAE National Day.

Are all UAE 2026 holiday dates confirmed?

Fixed holidays such as New Year, Commemoration Day, and National Day are confirmed. Islamic holidays can depend on official moon sighting and may shift by one day.

How can I get more days off in the UAE in 2026?

Combine public holidays with your weekend and annual leave. The main UAE Holidays calculator finds the longest connected break based on your leave balance.

Related guides

Eid Al Fitr 2026 UAE›Eid Al Adha 2026 UAE›Islamic New Year 2026 UAE›UAE Long Weekends 2026›UAE Leave Planner›UAE Public Holidays 2026›

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