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Time Out Dubai
10-06-2025
- Time Out Dubai
Eid Al Adha 2026 predicted dates: How many days off will we have?
Eid Al Adha is one of the most highly anticipated public holidays every year in Dubai. And following the conclusion of this year's Eid Al Adha, it's time to look ahead to the 2026 edition of the festival. Eid Al Adha is the second of the two main festivals of Islam, after Eid Al Fitr, and falls in the twelfth and final month of the Islamic calendar. The extended break begins with Arafat Day before rolling into Eid Al Adha, giving us four consecutive official public holiday dates in Dubai. Because months in the Muslim calendar change based on moon sightings, the exact UAE public holiday dates will not be officially confirmed by the UAE government until much closer to the time. When is Eid Al Adha 2026? The four-day break will begin on Dhu Al Hijjah 9 with Arafat Day before rolling into Dhu Al Hijjah 10, 11 and 12. Dhu Al Hijjah is predicted to begin on Monday May 18 2026. You may like: Astronomers predict 8 UAE public holiday dates in 2026 If predictions are correct, then that means that the Eid Al Adha public holiday will begin on Tuesday May 26 with Arafat Day. The holiday would then roll into Wednesday May 27, Thursday May 28 and Friday May 29. When combined with the weekend, the Eid Al Adha holiday will be a six-day long weekend in 2026. What is Arafat Day? Arafat Day, also known as the Day of Arafah, holds great significance for Muslims around the world. It falls on the ninth day of the Islamic month of Dhu Al Hijjah, roughly 70 days after the end of Ramadan and just one day prior to the festival of Eid Al Adha. Arafat Day commemorates a key event in the Islamic pilgrimage of Hajj and marks a day of spiritual reflection, unity, and supplication. Typically, Muslims all around the world, who are not in Mecca doing the pilgrimage, will fast on Arafat Day. It is not mandatory, but it is preferred. What is Eid Al Adha? Eid Al Adha is one of two major festivals for Muslims (the first one being Eid Al Fitr). The Muslim festival of Eid Al Adha marks the conclusion of the pilgrimage to Mecca. The holiday gives Muslims the chance to come together with their community and celebrate with feasts and family time. Early in the morning of Eid Al Adha, Muslims start the day off with a morning prayer either at home or at the nearest mosque. It is also a custom among the community to exchange gifts and donate to charitable causes during the festivities. Most Muslims tend to spend most of their first day at home or with their relatives. During the Eid Al Adha holiday, Dubai will celebrate in multiple ways, including exciting activities, firework shows, live music and so much more across the city. Why public holidays change in the UAE every year Islamic holidays use the Hijri calendar which is based on the cycles of the moon, unlike the more widely used Gregorian calendar, which is based on the sun. The lunar calendar is used predominantly by Muslims around the world to determine the dates of religious events and observances. And this fundamental difference impacts how the calendar operates and why Islamic dates shift annually in relation to the Gregorian calendar. The Hijri calendar is about to 10 to 12 days shorter than the Gregorian calendar which is why events like Ramadan, Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha change date every year. More public holiday news There will be two Ramadans in 2030 – here's why This won't happen again until 2063 When you can expect three Eid holidays in one year (yes, three) Eid, sleep, repeat UAE public holidays 2026: All the predicted days off next year revealed Including when we can expect a six-day weekend
Emirates Woman
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Emirates Woman
When's the next long weekend in the UAE?
Now that we're back from four-day break for Arafat Day and Eid Al Adha, you might be wondering when are your next holidays coming. Let's take a look at what's left in this year's public holiday calendar. View this post on Instagram A post shared by DIANA SHEKHANY (@dianashex) The holiday period started with Arafat Day on Thursday, June 5, followed by Eid Al Adha celebrations from Friday, June 6 through Sunday, June 8. Since these dates lined up perfectly with the weekend, it was a nice long break for everyone. These dates were all part of the official 2025 public holiday schedule that the government announced earlier this year. So what's next? There are still three more public holidays to look forward to before the year ends. The next one up is Islamic New Year, which is expected to fall on Thursday, June 26. This one-day holiday marks the beginning of Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar. UAE Public Holidays 2025: How to plan your long weekends and extended breaks? Later in the year, we'll have the Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) birthday, currently expected to be on Friday, September 5. The exact date will be confirmed closer to the time since it depends on the moon sighting. This is always a special day with various religious and community events happening across the country. Then to wrap up the year, we've got UAE National Day on Tuesday and Wednesday, December 2-3. This two-day break is always full of excitement with fireworks, concerts, and all kinds of patriotic celebrations across the Emirates. Since it falls mid-week, some people might choose to take a couple extra days off to make it a longer break. Eid Al Adha Escape Plan: 7 unusual getaways less than 4 hours from Dubai The government can sometimes move holidays to the start or end of the week to create longer weekends, but this doesn't apply to Eid holidays. If a holiday happens to fall on a weekend, we don't get an extra day to make up for it. Also, local governments can sometimes announce additional holidays for special occasions in their emirate. So there you have it – three more chances to relax and enjoy some time off before we ring in 2026. Whether you're planning a quick getaway, a staycation, or just some quality downtime, these upcoming holidays give you something to look forward to in the second half of the year. – For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and Instagram Images: Instagram & Feature Image: @dianashex
Time of India
06-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
Eid-al-Adha 2025 in UAE: Moon sighting date, time
Image credits: iStock Eid-al-Adha, one of the two major holy festivals of the religion of Islam will be celebrated from June 6 to June 8, 2025, across the world. The larger of the two festivals, Eid-al-Adha is observed to honour the willingness of Ibrahim to sacrifice his son Ismail as an act of obedience towards God. What are the moon sighting timings in UAE? Image credits: iStock The exact date and time of Eid depends on the location of the moon which differs from place to place. In Saudi Arabia, Eid will be celebrated on June 6. These are the moon sighting timings as per reports. June 6 Moonrise: 4:24 am Moonset: 6:28 pm June 7 Moonrise: 5:05 pm Moonset: 9:44 am (June 8) Where to watch the moon? Moon sightings are confirmed by the local mosques and Islamic authorities. However, you can begin looking for the moon on the western horizon shortly after sunset. Will UAE residents get an extra day off for Eid celebrations? After the confirmation from the moon-sighting committee on Tuesday, May 27, the holidays for Eid began with Arafat Day on Thursday, June 5 and are followed by Eid-al-Adha on Friday, June 6, Saturday, June 7 and Sunday, June 8. Since the festival falls on a weekend when it is already a holiday for the residents will they be getting an extra day off? The UAE Labour Law does not mandate a compulsory day off when public holidays fall on weekends. 'Public holidays are not carried forward if they fall on another public holiday or during the weekend,' as per the UAE Cabinet. History and significance of Eid-al-Adha? Image credits: iStock Eid-al-Adha literally means the 'Festival of Sacrifice.' It is celebrated on the 10th of Dhu-al-Hijja, the twelfth and last month of the Islamic calendar. It commemorates Prophet Ibrahim's dedication to God as he was ready to sacrifice his son Ismail on his commandment. Impressed by his devotion that made him ready to sacrifice a child he had prayed for, God replaced his son with a ram and symbolised his divine mercy and love for his followers. The festival teaches Muslims all around the world to persevere through the tests God presents them with, as he will also grace them with his blessings.
Arab News
06-06-2025
- General
- Arab News
Saudi pumps 895,622 cubic meters of water on Arafat Day
RIYADH: The Saudi Water Authority announced that the water system pumped 895,622 cubic meters of water in Makkah and the holy sites during Arafat Day. The total volume pumped since the start of the Dhu Al-Hijjah month, through its ninth day, reached 7,794,799 cubic meters, SPA reported on Friday. This operational achievement aligns with a meticulously designed plan to ensure an uninterrupted water supply, leveraging production and transport capacities that meet the peak daily demand of more than 1.2 million cubic meters. The system's pumping capacity surpasses one million cubic meters daily. Operational oversight included 4,908 laboratory tests on Arafat Day to ensure water quality and safety. These tests elevate total inspections to record levels, reinforcing confidence in supply quality for pilgrims. Compliance and monitoring teams from the Saudi Water Authority conducted more than 5,000 field inspections across pilgrim camps and service facilities in Mina and Arafat to assess water services for pilgrims.
Mint
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Spectacular Eid 2025 fireworks to light the skies today in Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi! Time, venue, other details here
As Eid-ul-Adha celebrations on June 6 mark the day in middle eastern countries such as Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Oman and Indonesia, it's time to know how, when and where to watch the spectacular fireworks of UAE. Dubai Parks and Resorts (DPR) will host stunning fireworks at Riverland Dubai on June 6 and 7 at 9:30 pm. Even Abu Dhabi residents will be in for a treat for a fireworks display at various locations throughout the long weekend, including Yas Bay Waterfront, Al Ain's Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium and The Corniche. The timings are given below: Yas Bay Waterfront: 9:00 pm, June 6-8 Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium, Al Ain: 9:00 pm, June 6 The Corniche: 9:00 pm, June 6 Sharjah residents can enjoy the stellar fireworks show at Aljada which will take place at 8:00 pm on Friday, June 6, Khaleej Times reported. This comes in the backdrop of extended operating hours for public parks, recreational areas and leisure facilities across the emirate, as announced by Dubai Municipality. After the morning Eid prayers today, Dubai Police fired traditional cannons at 6 key spots right which symbolises UAE's heritage. The firing of celebratory shots marks the start of festivities. The festival, also known as the Feast of Sacrifice or Bakrid, will be celebrated in India a day after celebrations kick off in Saudi Arabia. The second holiest festival of the year for the followers of Islam will be celebrated on Saturday, 7 June, in India. As per the Islamic calendar, the festival falls on the 10th day of Dhul Hijjah, the twelfth and final month of the Islamic lunar calendar. This year, Arafat Day is being observed in India on Friday, 6 June, a day before Eid. Arafat Day, or Yaum al-Arafah, marks the 9th day of Dhul Hijjah and is considered the holiest day in the Islamic calendar.
