The year 2024 brings several public holidays in the UAE, and there are still a few left for residents to enjoy. In January, the UAE Cabinet confirmed a total of 14 public holidays for both the public and private sectors throughout the year. The next significant holiday on our calendar is the National Day celebrations in December. Commemoration Day will be observed on Sunday, December 1, leading to public holidays on Monday, December 2, and Tuesday, December 3. That means a delightful long weekend is coming up for all to enjoy!
Earlier in the year, residents experienced a fantastic nine-day break for Eid Al Fitr, followed by a five-day holiday for Eid Al Adha. Below, you will find all the essential information regarding the public holidays in the UAE for 2024:
Confirmed UAE Public Holidays in 2024
- Monday, January 1: New Year’s Day
- Ramadan 29 to Shawwal 3: Eid Al-Fitr
- Dhu Al Hijjah 9: Arafat Day
- Dhu Al Hijjah 10 to 12: Eid Al-Adha
- Muharram 1: Islamic New Year
- Rabi’ Al-Awwal 12: Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) Birthday
- Monday, December 2: National Day
- Tuesday, December 3: National Day Holiday
As noted, the holidays have been officially confirmed, though the precise dates for some of them are still pending announcement. This is due to the fact that many public holidays in the UAE are determined based on moon sightings. While we await the exact dates, you can start planning ahead with our predicted dates outlined below.
Predicted UAE Public Holidays in 2024
- Monday, January 1: New Year’s Day (confirmed)
- Monday, April 8: Eid Al Fitr Holiday (confirmed)
- Tuesday, April 9: Eid Al Fitr Holiday (confirmed)
- Wednesday, April 10: First Day of Eid Al Fitr (confirmed)
- Thursday, April 11: Eid Al Fitr Holiday (confirmed)
- Friday, April 12: Eid Al Fitr Holiday (confirmed)
- Saturday, June 15: Arafat Day (confirmed)
- Sunday, June 16: Eid Al Adha Holiday (confirmed)
- Monday, June 17: Eid Al Adha Holiday (confirmed)
- Tuesday, June 18: Eid Al Adha Holiday (confirmed)
- Sunday, July 7: Islamic New Year (confirmed)
- Sunday, September 15: Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) Birthday (confirmed)
- Monday, December 2: National Day
- Tuesday, December 3: National Day Holiday
Eid Al Fitr Holidays in 2024
Mark your calendars for the upcoming UAE public holidays in 2024! The first major public holiday of the year is Eid Al Fitr, which takes place immediately after Ramadan. In 2024, Ramadan in Dubai is expected to begin on Monday, March 11, and conclude on Tuesday, April 9. Residents across both public and private sectors will enjoy paid public holidays from Ramadan 29 until Shawwal 3, covering Monday, April 8, through Friday, April 12. With the weekends included, this equates to a delightful nine-day holiday!
Eid Al Adha Holidays in 2024
The official dates for Eid Al Adha in 2024 have also been announced by the UAE government for both public and private sectors. Arafat Day is set to be observed on Saturday, June 15, making the first day of Eid Al Adha fall on Sunday, June 16. This means that employees in both federal and private sectors will enjoy a four-day public holiday (including the weekend) from Saturday, June 15, until Tuesday, June 18, returning to work on Wednesday, June 19.
Islamic New Year in 2024
The Islamic New Year is scheduled for Sunday, July 7. However, it is important to note that the private sector typically does not receive an additional day off for this occasion.
Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) Birthday in 2024
The birthday of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is expected to fall on Saturday, September 14. It is unlikely that this day will be observed as a public holiday.
National Day Celebrations in 2024
UAE National Day celebrations take place every December, and 2024 will continue this tradition. Commemoration Day is set for Sunday, December 1, which means there will be public holidays on Monday, December 2, and Tuesday, December 3. This gives everyone another opportunity to enjoy a refreshing four-day weekend.
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