Eid Al-Adha, the upcoming public holiday in the UAE, is anticipated to occur in mid-June.
The exact dates will be confirmed based on moon sightings, but the Emirates Astronomy Society predicts that the Day of Arafat will be on Sunday, 16 June, followed by the start of Eid Al-Adha on the next day, marking the beginning of a three-day public holiday in the UAE.
Eid holidays typically see an increase in hotel and restaurant reservations, as UAE residents take advantage of the break and visitors from the surrounding region holiday in the Emirates.
There are still eight public holidays remaining in the UAE this year; see below for the complete list.
Expected UAE public holidays in 2024:
- Sunday, 16 June: Arafat Day
- Monday, 17 June: Eid Al-Adha
- Tuesday, 18 June: Eid Al-Adha
- Wednesday, 19 June: Eid Al-Adha
- Sunday, 7 July: Islamic New Year
- Sunday, 15 September: Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) birthday
- Monday, 2 December: UAE National Day
- Tuesday, 3 December: National Day holiday