December 14, 2024

DUBAI (UAE) Public Holidays 2023

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DUBAI (UAE) Public Holidays 2023

All of the national holidays for 2023 are listed on this page. Please check back frequently for updates as these dates are subject to change once formal modifications are notified.

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Date Day Holiday
1 Jan Sun New Year’s Day
20 Apr Thu Eid al-Fitr Holiday
21 Apr Fri Eid al-Fitr
22 Apr Sat Eid al-Fitr Holiday
23 Apr Sun Eid al-Fitr Holiday
27 Jun Tue Arafat Day
28 Jun Wed Eid al-Adha
29 Jun Thu Eid al-Adha Holiday
30 Jun Fri Eid al-Adha Holiday
19 Jul Wed Islamic New Year
27 Sep Wed Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday
1 Dec Fri Commemoration Day
2 Dec Sat National Day
3 Dec Sun National Day Holiday

United Arab Emirates resident? The UAE’s public holidays for 2023 are listed below, along with other significant dates that you should mark on your calendar.

It’s vital to be aware of these significant holidays, whether you live in the UAE or are simply visiting, as some establishments can be closed. Our guide compiles a list of the UAE’s public holidays and significant dates for your calendar so you won’t miss anything.

Introduction to UAE public holidays

In the UAE, there are 14 recognised public holidays.

The conclusion of Ramadan celebration known as Eid al-Fitr is one of the greatest public holidays. The dates are simply estimates and could change by one or two days since it starts the day after the crescent moon is seen.

During Eid al-Fitr, employees are allowed time off, and transportation and retail establishments typically operate longer hours. Families and friends get together to distribute gifts, and there are usually joyful fireworks displays. Additionally, you can learn more about the UAE’s best festivals and how they are observed.

Save this list of United Arab Emirates bank holidays for 2023, along with other significant dates.

Public holidays in the UAE during 2023

This is a list of public holidays in the UAE during 2023. Please note that this list is subject to change.

  • 1 January (Sunday): New Year’s Day
  • 20 – 23 April (Thursday through Sunday): Eid al-Fitr holiday
  • 21 April (Friday): Eid al-Fitr
  • 27 June (Tuesday): Arafat (Hajj) Day
  • 28 June (Wednesday): Eid al-Adha (Feast of Sacrifice)
  • 28–30 June (Wednesday through Friday): Eid al-Adha holiday
  • 19 July (Wednesday): Al-Hijra (Islamic New Year)
  • 1 December (Friday): Commemoration Day
  • 2 December (Saturday): National Day
  • 3 December (Sunday): National Day holiday

Important dates in the UAE during 2023

  • 21 March (Tuesday): Mother’s Day
  • 22 March (Wednesday): start of Ramadan
  • 20 June (Tuesday): Hajj season begins
  • 21 June (Wednesday): Father’s Day
  • 27 September (Wednesday): Mouloud (Prophet’s birthday)

In contrast to several other nations, the clock does not change for daylight saving time in the UAE; it is the same all year round. The Gulf Standard Time is observed in the United Arab Emirates.

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