UAE confirms March 30 as start of Eid Al Fitr

As a result, residents across the country will enjoy a four-day break, with the public holiday running from Saturday through Tuesday, April 1. Under UAE law, Eid Al Fitr is marked with a three-day public holiday when Ramadan lasts 29 days.

Eid Al Fitr marks the first day of Shawwal, the tenth month of the Islamic Hijri calendar. The festival is a significant celebration in the Muslim world, symbolising the end of the fasting month of Ramadan and a time for prayer, gatherings, and community.

In line with the holiday, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced adjusted schedules and services. Dubai Metro will operate with extended hours throughout the break, including earlier openings and late-night service:
– Saturday, March 29: 5:00 – 1:00
– Sunday, March 30: 8:00 – 1:00
– March 31 – April 2: 5:00 – 1:00

Additionally, public parking will be free across Dubai from Sunday to Tuesday.

With celebrations set to begin across the country, residents are preparing for a weekend of festivities, family visits, and shared meals – marking the end of the holy month and the beginning of a joyful new chapter.