UAE Confirms Three-Day Weekend in September

The decision was confirmed through official announcements by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources, and the Dubai Government Human Resources Department, ensuring the day off applies across all entities and institutions.

Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday is marked annually on the 12th day of Rabi’ Al-Awwal, the third month of the Islamic calendar. This year, the crescent moon was sighted on Sunday August 24, establishing Monday August 25 as the first day of the new Hijri month and fixing the public holiday date.

The observance is one of four UAE public holidays tied to the Islamic lunar calendar, alongside Islamic New Year, Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha. Because the lunar year is about 10 to 12 days shorter than the Gregorian year, these holidays shift earlier each year.

For now, what matters most for residents is the upcoming pause – a welcome three days to rest, travel or spend time with family before the busy final stretch of the year.