There are 14 public holidays in the United Arab Emirates in 2024, one of which falls on the weekend: Friday and Saturday.
New Year's Day
New Year Holiday, celebrated on January 1, 2024, is the first day of the year on the modern Gregorian calendar, and it is one of the most popular holidays in the world.
Eid al-Fitr
This is a religious holiday celebrated by Muslims worldwide celebrating the end of a month of fasting. The holiday falls on the first day of Syawal, the 10th month of the Islamic calendar. The holiday lasts four days from April 8 to April 11, 2024.
Arafat Day
Arafat Day is the holiest day in the Islamic calendar and it is observed on June 15, 2024, the day before Eid al-Adha. Arafat Day commemorates Muhammad's Farewell Sermon and the completion of the message of Islam.
Eid al-Adha
Eid al-Adha, also known as the festival of sacrifice, is an important Muslim festival. The holiday lasts three days from June 16 to June 18, 2024, and it honors the willingness of the prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God's command.
Islamic New Year
Islamic New Year marks the beginning of the Islamic lunar calendar year, and it is observed on the first day of the month of Muharram, which is the first month of the Islamic calendar. It falls on July 7, 2024.
Prophet's Birthday
The holiday, observed on September 16, 2024, commemorates the birthday of the Islamic Prophet Muhammad, an Arab religious and political leader and the founder of Islam. Muhammad was born around 570 AD in Mecca and was a deeply spiritual man spending time in meditation.
Commemoration Day
Commemoration Day, observed on December 1, 2024, recognizes the sacrifices and dedication of Emirati martyrs who have given their lives in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and abroad in civil, military, and humanitarian service.
National Day
National Day, observed on December 2 and December 3, 2024, commemorates when the Federation of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) was founded. On December 2, 1971, the six emirates Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Sharjah, and Fujairah agreed to unite as one country.
The following is the list of public holidays in United Arab Emirates 2024.
| Holiday | Date | Weekday | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Jan 01, 2024 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Eid al-Fitr Holiday | Apr 08, 2024 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Eid al-Fitr | Apr 09, 2024 | Tuesday | Public Holiday |
| Eid al-Fitr Holiday | Apr 10, 2024 | Wednesday | Public Holiday |
| Eid al-Fitr Holiday | Apr 11, 2024 | Thursday | Public Holiday |
| Arafat Day | Jun 15, 2024 | Saturday | Public Holiday |
| Eid al-Adha | Jun 16, 2024 | Sunday | Public Holiday |
| Eid al-Adha Holiday | Jun 17, 2024 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Eid al-Adha Holiday | Jun 18, 2024 | Tuesday | Public Holiday |
| Islamic New Year | Jul 07, 2024 | Sunday | Public Holiday |
| Prophet's Birthday | Sep 16, 2024 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| Commemoration Day | Dec 01, 2024 | Sunday | Public Holiday |
| National Day | Dec 02, 2024 | Monday | Public Holiday |
| National Day Holiday | Dec 03, 2024 | Tuesday | Public Holiday |
Please also check the working days in the United Arab Emirates in 2024.
