The UAE has announced the official public sector holidays for Eid Al Adha 2025, and many residents are gearing up for the Eid break. Based on the moon sighting, Eid Al Adha will begin on Friday, June 6, 2025. With Arafah Day to fall on Thursday, June 5, both public and private sector employees in the UAE will have a four-day holiday weekend, offering the perfect opportunity for family gatherings, staycations, or short getaways.
Eid Al Adha, also known as the “Festival of Sacrifice,” is the second of the two main Islamic holidays celebrated globally. Traditionally, the holiday spans three days, but the inclusion of Arafah Day, which falls the day before Eid, extends the break further.
The official Eid Al Adha holidays are expected to begin on Thursday, June 05 (Arafah Day), and continue through Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (June 06 – June 08).
For employees in both the public and private sectors, this means a four-day break without needing to dip into annual leave. If you’re looking to make the most of the long weekend, now is the perfect time to start planning. Travel agencies are already seeing a surge in early bookings for regional travel, especially to cooler destinations like Georgia, Azerbaijan, and parts of Europe.
Looking to maximize your holiday even further? With some smart planning, you can stretch the Eid break into a nine-day holiday by taking just three days of leave. By booking Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday (June 2–4) off, employees can enjoy a continuous break from Saturday, May 31, to Sunday, June 8. It’s an ideal way to take advantage of the holiday season for a longer vacation with minimal impact on your leave balance.
Whether you’re planning a relaxing staycation, a quick getaway, or a peaceful time with family and friends at home, Eid Al Adha offers a perfect opportunity to pause and spend quality time with loved ones. From festive meals to spiritual reflection, the holiday holds deep cultural and spiritual significance for Muslims in the UAE and around the world.
If you’re planning to host guests or want to get your home Eid-ready in advance, you can book a wide range of home services on ServiceMarket. From deep cleaning and AC servicing to salon home services and handyman help, make sure everything is set before the celebrations begin.
