Eid Al Adha 2025 will be celebrated in the UAE on Friday, June 6. As one of the country’s major public holidays, it brings official breaks across various sectors. This article covers everything you need to know—from holiday dates and bank closures to transport schedules and public services.
When is Eid Al Adha 2025 in the UAE?
Eid Al Adha in UAE to be observed on Friday, June 6, 2025, following the Day of Arafah on Thursday, June 5.
Public Sector Holidays
The UAE government has announced a four-day public holiday for Eid Al Adha:
- Start: Thursday, June 5, 2025 (Dhul-Hijjah 9)
- End: Sunday, June 8, 2025 (Dhul-Hijjah 12)
- Work Resumes: Monday, June 9, 2025 (Dhul-Hijjah 13)
This applies to all ministries, government entities, and public institutions.
Private Sector Holidays
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has announced that private sector employees will also enjoy a four-day paid holiday from Thursday, June 5 to Sunday, June 8, 2025, in observance of Arafat Day and Eid Al Adha. Regular work will resume on Monday, June 9, 2025.
Bank and Financial Institutions
Banks and financial institutions across the UAE will be closed from Thursday, June 5 to Sunday, June 8, 2025. Regular operations will resume on Monday, June 9, 2025.
Public Transport in Dubai
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced the following schedules for public transport during Eid Al Adha:
- Dubai Metro (Red and Green Lines): Operating from 5:00 AM to 1:00 AM (next day) from Wednesday, June 4 to Saturday, June 7, 2025.
- Dubai Tram: Operating from 6:00 AM to 1:00 AM (next day) during the same period.
- Public Buses: Schedules may vary; passengers are advised to check the RTA’s official channels for up-to-date information.
- Intercity Bus Services: Route E100 (Al Ghubaiba to Abu Dhabi) will be suspended from Wednesday, June 4 to Sunday, June 8, 2025.
Free Public Parking in Dubai
Public parking will be free of charge from Thursday, June 5 to Sunday, June 8, 2025, excluding multi-level parking terminals.
Public park hours during Eid Al Adha
- Major parks (Zabeel, Creek Park, Al Mamzar, Al Safa, Mushrif Park): 8am to 11pm
- Dubai Frame: 8am to 9pm
- Residential parks and squares: 8am to 12 midnight
- Sports walkways: Open after Fajr prayer
- Mushrif Park mountain bike track & trail: 5am to 6pm
- Quranic Park: 8am to 10pm
- Cave of Miracles & Glass House: 9am to 9pm
- Children’s City: 9am to 8pm (weekdays), 2pm to 8pm (Fri & Sat)
Eid Prayers Times in UAE
Eid Al Adha prayers will be held across mosques and designated prayer grounds in the UAE on the morning of Friday, June 6, 2025. Specific prayer timings will be announced by local authorities closer to the date.
Eid prayers typically begin 15 to 20 minutes after sunrise and here are the expected timings across the UAE:
- Dubai: 5:45 am
- Abu Dhabi: 5:50 am
- Sharjah: 5:44 am
- Ajman: 5:44 am
- Umm Al Quwain: 5:43 am
- Ras Al Khaimah: 5:41 am
- Fujairah: 5:41 am
- Al Ain: 5:43 am
Wishing everyone a joyful and blessed Eid Al Adha!
