UAE residents and workers can expect a three-day public holiday in September, marking the birthday of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH). This year, the holiday falls on Friday, September 29, as per the official UAE website, calling for a long three-day weekend when combined with the weekend days of Saturday and Sunday.
Another long weekend holiday to look forward to
Looking ahead to later in the year, the UAE National Day celebrations will fall on December 2, marking another public holiday. The nation will celebrate its 52nd National Day this year. This holiday is a special time for the nation to come together in celebration, commemorating the formation of the UAE. Moreover, December 2 also falls on a Friday this year, allowing residents to look forward to yet another extended weekend.
