Eid al-Adha
عيد الأضحى
Details
- Country
United Arab Emirates- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- May 2026
- Long Weekends
- View opportunities
- Date may vary
- ±1 days (Subject to official confirmation)
Avoid booking non-refundable travel on these exact dates. Check closer to the date for confirmation.
Business Impact
- Impact Level
- Offices Closed
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
Notes
Expected (10 Dhu al-Hijjah). Aligns with Hajj in Saudi Arabia.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Eid al-Adha a public holiday in United Arab Emirates?
- Yes, Eid al-Adha is an official public holiday in United Arab Emirates. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Eid al-Adha 2026?
- Eid al-Adha 2026 falls on May 27, 2026 – May 29, 2026.
- What is Eid al-Adha called locally in United Arab Emirates?
- Eid al-Adha is locally known as "عيد الأضحى" in United Arab Emirates.
Eid al-Adha
Festival of Sacrifice marking the culmination of Hajj. Celebrated with animal sacrifice, communal prayers, and family gatherings across the Muslim world.
| Country | Date | Day | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates(current) | May 27, 2026 – May 29 | Wed | Offices Closed |
 Afghanistan | May 27, 2026 – May 29 | Wed | Offices Closed |
 Turkmenistan | May 27, 2026 – May 28 | Wed | — |
 Eritrea | May 27, 2026 – May 28 | Wed | — |
 Burkina Faso | May 27, 2026 – May 28 | Wed | — |
 Sudan | May 27, 2026 – May 29 | Wed | Offices Closed |
 Syria | May 27, 2026 – May 30 | Wed | Offices Closed |
 Philippines | May 27, 2026 | Wed | — |
 Indonesia | May 27, 2026 – May 29 | Wed | Offices Closed |
 Myanmar | May 27, 2026 | Wed | Reduced Operations |
 Maldives | May 27, 2026 – May 28 | Wed | — |
 Yemen | May 27, 2026 – May 30 | Wed | Offices Closed |
 Guinea | May 27, 2026 – May 28 | Wed | — |
 Iraq | May 27, 2026 – May 30 | Wed | Offices Closed |
 Turkey | May 27, 2026 – May 30 | Wed | — |
 Western Sahara | May 27, 2026 – May 28 | Wed | — |
 Singapore | May 27, 2026 | Wed | Offices Closed |
 Tajikistan | May 27, 2026 – May 28 | Wed | — |
 India | May 28, 2026 – May 30 | Thu | Offices Closed |