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28-09-2026
According to the article from Arabian Business, UAE residents could receive their first six-day weekend of 2027 during Eid Al Fitr in March, based on astronomical calculations and UAE Cabinet holiday regulations.
Key details from the report include:
The Potential Six-Day Break: Ramadan in 2027 is projected to begin on Monday, February 8. If Ramadan lasts 30 days, Ramadan 30 (Tuesday, March 9) becomes an official holiday under Cabinet Resolution No. 27 of 2024. The official Eid Al Fitr holidays then span Shawwal 1 to Shawwal 3 (Wednesday, March 10 through Friday, March 12). When combined with the standard Saturday and Sunday weekend (March 13–14), workers would get a continuous six-day break, returning to work on Monday, March 15.
Alternative Scenario: If Ramadan lasts only 29 days, Eid Al Fitr would begin on Tuesday, March 9, resulting in a shorter holiday ending on Thursday, March 11.
Equal Entitlement: Under the UAE Cabinet rules, both public and private sector employees receive the same official public holiday allocation.
Moon-Sighting Confirmation: These dates are based on astronomical forecasts; the exact holiday schedule will be officially confirmed closer to the time by the UAE’s Moon-Sighting Committee.
Other Notable 2027 UAE Holidays Mentioned:
New Year’s Day: January 1 falls on a Friday, creating an immediate three-day weekend (January 1–3).
Eid Al Adha: Projected to start with Arafat Day on Saturday, May 15, followed by Eid holidays through Tuesday, May 18.
Eid Al Etihad (UAE National Day): December 2 and December 3 fall on Thursday and Friday, guaranteeing a four-day long weekend through Sunday, December 5.