Three-Day Weekend Announced for Islamic New Year 2025

Unlike last year, when the Islamic New Year coincided with a regular weekend, this year’s holiday falls on a Friday, making it a true bonus day off for most. The announcement follows the UAE’s annual tradition of observing the Hijri New Year as a public holiday, acknowledging its cultural and spiritual significance across the country.

The exact start of the new Hijri month will still depend on the sighting of the crescent moon, expected to be observed on the evening of Wednesday, June 25. This lunar-based approach to determining dates means final confirmation traditionally arrives closer to the time, but the long weekend is already set in motion.

Whether you're planning a staycation, a quick getaway, or a few days of quiet reset, this June holiday comes as a timely pause before the summer season kicks in. Stay tuned for official moon sighting updates, but for now, long weekend mode: activated.

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