Dubai Government’s Human Resources Department has officially announced the Eid Al Adha and Arafat Day holiday schedule for the year 1447 AH, providing clarity for public sector employees planning their time during one of the most significant religious occasions, with the break set to begin on Monday, May 25, 2026, and continue through Friday, May 29, 2026, offering a continuous five-day holiday period.

The announcement reflects Dubai’s proactive administrative planning approach, ensuring that government entities and employees have sufficient time to prepare ahead of the holiday, while confirming that official work will resume on Monday, June 1, 2026, following the weekend, maintaining operational continuity across all departments.

Authorities emphasized that the holiday framework does not apply uniformly across all roles, as exceptions have been made for employees working in shift-based systems or those directly involved in customer service operations, as well as personnel responsible for managing essential public facilities and critical services.

Each government entity has been granted the flexibility to determine appropriate work schedules for these essential roles, ensuring that operational requirements are met without disruption, while maintaining efficiency and service quality during the holiday period.

This structured approach ensures uninterrupted delivery of vital services across sectors such as healthcare, security, transportation, and municipal operations, reinforcing Dubai’s commitment to maintaining high standards of governance and public service even during official holidays.