Dakar Rally
FestivalMajor
رالي داكار
Details
- Country
Saudi Arabia- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Festival
- Gazetted
- No — not an official day off
- Month
- January 2026
Business Impact
- Impact Description
- This is a cultural festival. Business hours may vary in the local area.
Notes
Multi-stage desert rally across the Saudi Arabian landscape. 14 stages covering approximately 8,000 km. Cars, trucks, motorcycles, and quads. Hosted in Saudi Arabia since 2020
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Dakar Rally a public holiday in Saudi Arabia?
- Dakar Rally is a Festival in Saudi Arabia, but it is not an official public holiday. Most businesses remain open.
- When is Dakar Rally 2026?
- Dakar Rally 2026 falls on January 3, 2026 – January 17, 2026.
- What is Dakar Rally called locally in Saudi Arabia?
- Dakar Rally is locally known as "رالي داكار" in Saudi Arabia.
