With the new year approaching, attention is already turning to the UAE’s public holiday calendar for 2026 — particularly the ...

2. United Arab Emirates Eid al-Fitr celebrations to last 4 days in 2024 Similar to Saudi Arabia, the UAE often observes a multi-day holiday for Eid ul-Fitr, officially lasting from two to three days, ...

As the year nears its end, many residents are looking forward to the upcoming Eid Al Etihad public holiday on December 2 and 3, 2025. While officially a two-day holiday, with a little planning, you ...

As Ramadan winds down, families across the country begin to prepare for Eid al-Fitr — the Festival of the Breaking of the Fast. Ramadan started on March 10 and will end on April 9. The monthlong ...

Eid al-Adha, a period of "communal enjoyment" for Muslims worldwide, is officially underway. Over two billion Muslims are currently, or preparing, to celebrate the "Feast of Sacrifice," a major ...

It is that time of the year again when the UAE is painted red, green, white and black all over, skies light up with dazzling fireworks and every part of the country wears a festive look. No, we're not ...

Dec 2, 1971: Six Emirates unite to form the UAE; Ras Al Khaimah joins in early 1972. UAE National Day is now officially called Eid Al Etihad, meaning "Festival of the Union." The 2025 Eid Al Etihad ...

Dubai: Want to turn your short Eid break into a dream 9-day vacation without using up all your annual leave? It’s easier than you think! With a little calendar trickery, some savvy planning, and a ...

Charles Sturt University provides funding as a member of The Conversation AU. Eid is a special time for Muslims. There are two major Eid celebrations each year: Eid al-Fitr is celebrated at the end of ...

For some Muslim Americans, the best (and only) way to celebrate Eid al-Fitr is with a couple dozen doughnuts. Eid doughnuts at Detour Doughnuts in Frisco, Texas.Credit...Jake Dockins for The New York ...

Eid-ul-Adha is a significant festival in Islam that highlights the values of unity, faith, and sacrifice. While the sacrifice of livestock and consumption of meat are physical aspects of the ...

The longest and most significant public holidays of the year in Dubai are tied to Eid holidays and celebrations. Here's everything you need to know about Eid holidays 2026.