Planning ahead helps locals to maximize their time off, seize early travel offers, and make special experiences with friends and family. From New Year's Day in January to National and Liberation Days in February and holy events like Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha, every holiday has particular meaning and provides an opportunity to rejuvenate or start an exciting journey.

New Year's Day, January 1st

Kuwait observes Wednesday, January 1, 2025 New Year's Day. Kuwaitis can make this a long weekend by skipping Thursday, 2 January since Friday and Saturday are usual off days. This results in a four-day vacation ideal for a quick trip to start the new year.

Al-Isra's wal-miraj

On the 27th day of the Islamic month of Rajab, Al-Isra's wal-Miraj the honoring of the Prophet Muhammad's spiritual and physical night journey is honored. It should fall Monday, 27 January, in 2025. Those who take Sunday, January break will have four days off, though, that the moon sightings of the Islamic lunar calendar will affect this date.

National Day and Liberation Day

Celebrated on February 25, Kuwait's National Day marks the admission of Sheikh Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah in 1950. Liberation Day, commemorating Kuwait's freedom after the Gulf War, falls on February 26, the next day These holidays will be on Tuesday and Wednesday in 2025; Kuwaitis can have a longer five-day weekend by taking Thursday, 27 February, off. This is great time to schedule a significant vacation or break from work.

Eid al-Fitr (31 March–2 April)

Expected to start on Monday, 31 March, 2025, Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan. Kuwaitis are probably going to have a three-day holiday from Monday to Wednesday (31 March–2 April). Like all lunar holidays, these dates may change depending on the phase of the moon; so, it is imperative to be informed.

Arafat Day and Eid al-Adha

Observed on June 5, Arafat Day follows the three-day Eid al-Adha celebration beginning on Saturday, July 7, This holiday gives Kuwaitis a five-day vacation (5–9 June), with the normal Friday off on June 6. This is a great time for recreational or religious pilgrimages since local companies, hotels, and resorts generally run special deals during this season.

Hijri New Year, June 26

On Friday, 27 June Kuwait will celebrate the Islamic (Hijri) New Year. If you want a long weekend, scheduling a Sunday, 29 June day off will afford a well-earned three-day holiday.

The birthday of Prophet Muhammad, September 5

Friday, September 5, 2025 will be Prophet Muhammad's birthday, or Mawlid al-Nabi. This holiday is observed on 12 Rabiʻ al-Awwal based on the Islamic lunar calendar; the precise day may change depending on moon observations.

Middle Term Break

The mid-term break for Kuwait's 2024–2025 academic year is projected to be from Sunday, 19 January to Thursday, 30 January, per Ministry of Education reports, This vacation gives families and students lots of time to organize a family holiday or to unwind.

With a range of holidays, both set and flexible, 2025 offers Kuwaiti people lots of chances to arrange trips or longer breaks. Strategic use of these holidays will enable inhabitants to fully enjoy their time off, whether short trips or extended vacations alike.

Kuwait Public Holidays and Long Weekends for 2025

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