UAE 2025 Holidays: From New Year To Ramadan, The List Of Predicted And Confirmed Dates Is Here!

We bid farewell to all the holidays of 2024 with fireworks and festivities on UAE National Day. Now, the UAE holiday calendar for 2025 is ready to deliver an equally exciting lineup. From New Year’s Day to Eid celebrations, the UAE ensures your year is packed with rejuvenation breaks and travel opportunities. Ready to mark your diary? Let’s explore the confirmed and predicted public holidays for 2025 and plan for that much-needed downtime.

Why 2025 Is Your Year Of Perfect Holidays?

Thanks to a mix of weekday and weekend breaks, 2025 provides a fantastic opportunity to stretch your holidays by combining them with annual leave. For example, New Year’s Day kicks off the year with a midweek pause, while Eid Al-Fitr and Eid Al-Adha guarantee multiple days of celebration. For those craving more relaxation, the move-it-to-Monday rule ensures no holiday goes to waste, especially when it coincides with a weekend. This thoughtful policy maximises downtime while keeping productivity high.

Confirmed Public Holidays

The UAE Cabinet has officially announced these public holidays for 2025, so there’s no guesswork needed:

1. New Year’s Day: Wednesday, January 1 -The first holiday of the year gives you a midweek breather after ringing in the New Year.
2. Eid Al-Fitr: Ramadan is predicted to fall between March 31 and April 2.
3. Arafat Day: Dhu Al-Hijjah 9 -Friday, May 30.
4. Eid Al-Adha: Dhu Al-Hijjah 10-12 -Saturday, May 31 to Monday, June 2.
5. Islamic New Year: Muharram 1 -Friday, June 27.
6. Prophet Mohammed’s Birthday: Rabi’ Al-Awwal 12 -Monday, September 1.
7. UAE National Day: Tuesday and Wednesday, December 2-3 -The grand finale of the year’s holiday calendar.

Predicted Holidays

Though some dates remain subject to moon sightings, the following predictions can help you plan your adventures:

1. Eid Al-Fitr: A 3-day holiday starting Monday, March 31 to Wednesday, April 2, 2025.
2. Eid Al-Adha: A long weekend stretching from Saturday, May 31 to Monday, June 2, 2025, including Arafat Day on Friday, May 30.
3. Islamic New Year: A peaceful day off is predicted for Friday, June 27, 2025. If this lands on a weekend, the UAE’s new holiday policy allows it to be moved to the next workday.
4. Prophet Mohammed’s Birthday: You might expect a Monday holiday on September 1, 2025.

With at least 12 public holidays lined up in 2025, it’s time to start organising trips, family gatherings, or even indulgent solo retreats. From fireworks on New Year’s Day to patriotic celebrations on National Day, the UAE’s holiday schedule ensures plenty of reasons to celebrate.

So, whether you’re eyeing a quiet escape to the desert or a lively Eid celebration in Dubai, this year is your chance to make the most of every break. Update your planner, and let the countdown begin!

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