Dubai Residents May Enjoy Six-Day Eid Holiday in 2027

In early 2027, Dubai residents could experience an extended six-day holiday for Eid Al Fitr, contingent on the length of Ramadan. The General Authority of Islamic Affairs Endowments and Zakat predicts Ramadan will start on February 8 and last for 30 days, concluding on March 9.

If this projection is accurate, the Eid Al Fitr public holiday would span from March 9 to March 12, providing four consecutive days off. When combined with the weekend, this would result in a six-day break.

Conversely, if Ramadan is only 29 days, Eid Al Fitr would commence on March 9, leading to a three-day holiday from March 9 to March 12, with work resuming on March 12. The exact dates will be confirmed closer to the holiday, as they depend on moon sighting.

Unlike other UAE public holidays, Eid Al Fitr cannot be adjusted to maximize the break, making the duration dependent on Ramadan's length.