The Complete Holiday Date List for Eid Al Fitr 2025

Eid Al Fitr Holiday Dates 2024 for Private Sector

As per the Islamic calendar, private employees will enjoy public work-offs from Ramadan 29 to Shawwal 03. This means the Eid Al Fitr holidays will start on Monday, April 8, 2024. 

Eid-Al-Fitr Holiday Dates 2024 For Public Sector Employees 

Along with the private sector holidays, public sector holidays have also been announced by the UAE government. The Federal Government employees are going to have their holidays starting from Monday, April 8th, 2024, to Sunday, April 14th, 2024. The offices will reopen on Monday, April 15th, 2024. 

With long offs, you can plan family outings or go exploring in and around the beautiful emirates.
 

5 Places to Visit During Eid-Al-Fitr Holidays in the UAE

Eid holidays give you ample opportunities to hang around and explore the city. There are a lot of things you can do with your family during the Eid Al Fitr holidays. Here is a list of activities and adventures you can do during the Eid holidays in the UAE. 

Visit the Museum 

UAE is home to a number of marvelous museums that you can explore with your family during the festive season of Eid Al Fitr. The most sought after place currently is the Museum of the Future. The place is fun for children providing them opportunities to imagine, design and build. It allows kids to explore play and learn through various fun activities and encourage collaboration, communication, and creativity. If you are planning this vacation with your family, it is a must to visit. 

Enjoy Sunshine at the Beach in Dubai

There are numerous beaches in Dubai where you can enjoy a good time with your family. Additionally, Dubai beaches provide cycling tracks with bike renting facility to add to the fun. Building sandcastles and indulging in water sports activities can be a great way to spend time with your loved ones during the Eid vacation. Also, you can enjoy the scenic beauty of the city without breaking your savings. 

Visit Turtle Rehabilitation 

The best way to teach your kids about marine life and the ecosystem is by visiting the Dubai Turtle Rehabilitation Center at Jumeira Al Naseem during the Eid Al Fitr Holidays 2024. The centre is open on all days of the week. You can enjoy the feeding sessions with your kids every Wednesday. 

Visit the Historic District of Al Fahidi

If you are fond of history and like visiting forts and castles, the historic district of Al Fahidi is a suitable place to enjoy time with your family during the Eid-Al-Fitr holidays. The photogenic spot houses the oldest building in Dubai - Al Fahidi Fort (The Dubai Museum) and the Sheikh Mohammad Center for Cultural Understanding. The place was once known as Al Bastakiya, brimming with stupendous artwork, hidden nooks and delicious cuisines at the cafes around. It is certainly one of the best ways to spend the vacation with your loved ones. 

Dubai Fountain

It is a must-watch when visiting Dubai during the Eid al Fitr holidays this year. You can watch the sky changing colours with the fountains and the world’s tallest building Burj Khalifa standing by its side witnessing the mesmerizing color play. It’s a sight to behold indeed. The show runs every 30 min from 6 pm to 11 pm and trust us, your kids won’t want to miss out on this one. 

List of Other Upcoming National Holidays in UAE in 2024 

Here is the list of public holidays in the UAE