Islamic New Year in 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
Public Holiday
Yes
National Holiday
No
Type
Public Holiday
Islamic New Year in United Arab Emirates
UAE observes Islamic New Year with mosque prayers and reflection; Al Hijri celebrations are more solemnly observed than festively, with Islamic institutions organizing events marking the significance of the Hijra migration.
About Islamic New Year
Islamic holiday marking the first day of Muharram, the first month of the Islamic lunar calendar, observed with prayers, fasting by some Muslims, and reflection on the Hijra (Prophet's migration to Medina).
Dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | July 7 | Sunday |
| 2025 | June 26 | Thursday |
| 2026 | June 16 | Tuesday |
| 2027 | June 6 | Sunday |
| 2028 | May 25 | Thursday |
| 2029 | May 14 | Monday |
| 2030 | May 3 | Friday |