As we approach the middle of February month of 2024, you might need to check the UAE public holidays 2024 to better plan your days off, vacation, visits, and your tours around the country. Whether you are living inside the UAE or planning to visit this year, you might want to check how many public holidays are in UAE!
What makes public holidays in UAE special is the importance of the occasion itself, as residents of the UAE get to celebrate the heritage and traditions of the country.
Keep in mind before checking public holidays in UAE the fact that the government occasionally modifies the dates of public holidays to create long weekends or adjusts to special circumstances.
Once the dates of all public holidays in UAE are set each on its own, they will be announced publicly through official news channels and social media portals thus companies and individuals can arrange accordingly.
Overview: UAE Public Holidays 2024
Eid Al Fitr: 9/4/2024
Arafat Hajj Day: 15/6/2024
Eid Al Adha: 16/6/2024
Hijri New Year: 6/7/2024
Birthday of Prophet Mohammed (Al Mawlid Al Nabawi): 15/9/2024
Commemoration Day (Al Shahid or Martyr Day): 1/12/2024
National Day (Spirit of the Union Day): 2/12/2024
Eid Al Fitr: 9/4/2024
Eid Al Fitr of 2024 is expected to take place on 9/4/2024 but determined by the Lunar Islamic Calendar. As it marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan, Eid Al Fitr is usually happening the first day after the holy month of Ramadan comes to an end. It is widely celebrated by all Muslims all over the world. Vacation days of Eid Al Fitr vary between 2 to 3,4, or 5 days as each corporation and association declares the days for its employees within UAE Public Holidays 2024.
Arafat Hajj Day: 15/6/2024
Arafat Hajj Day of 2024 will occur during the Pilgrim (Hajj Day) where people gather on mount Arafat in Saudi Arabia during the Pilgrimage (Hajj season). Arafat Hajj Day usually takes place a day before Eid Al Adha of each year. Depending on the Islamic Lunar Year calculations, it is most likely happening on 15/6/2024.
Eid Al Adha: 16/6/2024
Eid Al Adha is the second and last festival celebrated by Muslims all over the world each year. It takes place after the Pilgrimage (Hajj season) comes to an end and it is meant to celebrate the worships of this important occasion. Eid Al Adha should fall on 16/6/2024 as per the suggested days of the Islamic Lunar Calendar days.
Hijri New Year: 6/7/2024
The Islamic New Year or Hijri New Year records the beginning of the Islamic Lunar year. It memorializes the migration of Prophet Mohammed (peace be upon him) from Mecca city to Al Madina City in Saudi Arabic back in 622 CE. Hijri New Year is most likely occurring on 6/7/2024.
Birthday of Prophet Mohammed (Al Mawlid Al Nabawi): 15/9/2024
Birthday of Prophet Mohammed or Al Mawlid Al Nabawi marks the day Prophet Mohammed (peace be upon him) was born. This day is celebrated by all Muslims all over the world every year as they commemorate Prophet Mohammed and his great significance and role. Birthday of Prophet Mohammed or Al Mawlid Al Nabawi is taking place on 15/9/2024.
Commemoration Day (Al Shahid or Martyr Day): 1/12/2024
Commemoration Day also known for (Al Shahid or Martyr Day) is an honorable day for all martyrs who have served and loved their countries throughout the world. Commemoration Day (Al Shahid or Martyr Day) marks the first day of December of each year.
National Day (Spirit of the Union Day): 2/12/2024
UAE National Day, also known for Spirit of the Union Day is an annual celebration that marks the second day of December of each year. This day is specially dedicated to honor and commemorate the spirit and union of the United Arabs of Emirates, paying tribute to the foundation and the independence of the country.
These are the most announced and shared UAE Public Holidays 2024. We hope you enjoy the celebration of each distinguished occasion and the spirit of the meaning they behold.
Whether you are planning to visit or you will be celebrating as a resident in the UAE, we wish you enjoy all the celebrations and touristic visits!
