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Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia's public holidays are tied to Islam: Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha are the primary celebrations with extended breaks. Saudi National Day (September 23) and Founding Day (February 22) are civic holidays.
Key Information
- Capital
- Riyadh
- Timezone
- Asia/Riyadh
- Languages
- Arabic
- Public Holidays
- 4
- Currency
- SAR
- ISO Code
- SA
Holidays in 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb. 22 | Sunday | Founding Day Holiday | Public Holiday |
| March 20 | Friday | Eid al-Fitr Holiday | Public Holiday |
| May 26 | Tuesday | Arafat Day | Public Holiday |
| May 27 | Wednesday | Eid al-Adha Holiday | Public Holiday |
| Sept. 23 | Wednesday | National Day Holiday | Public Holiday |
Long Weekends 2026
#1
5:1
Arafat Day
Take 1 → Get 5 days
#2
9:3
Arafat Day
Take 3 → Get 9 days
#3
6:2
Arafat Day
Take 2 → Get 6 days
All Holidays (9)
Arafat Day
Public Holiday
Public
Eid al-Adha(عيد الأضحى)
Religious Holiday
Public
Eid al-Adha Holiday
Public Holiday
Public
Eid al-Fitr(عيد الفطر)
Religious Holiday
Public
Eid al-Fitr Holiday
Public Holiday
Public
Founding Day Holiday
Public Holiday
Public
Mawlid(المولد النبوي)
Religious Holiday
Public
National Day Holiday
Public Holiday
Public
Ramadan(رمضان)
Religious Holiday
Public