UAE citizens can look forward to one more public holiday in 2025 as the country prepares to mark EID Al Etihad, a national holiday known as UAE national day.
The holiday is expected on Tuesday, December 2 and Wednesday, December 3, giving residents two days to commemorate the formation of the UAE in 1971.
While these are expected dates, the Cabinet may still make it an official holiday to create a long weekend.
Under UAE law, public holidays can be transferred to the beginning or end of the week when it coincides with a weekend – meaning there is the possibility of extended rest.
National national holiday 2025
The Countdown to Eid Al Etihad follows the UAE Flag Day on Monday, November 3, to kick off the national month-long campaign that runs until December 2.
The campaign aims to honor the nation’s achievements and unity, instill pride in UAE travel and allow citizens and residents to show loyalty to its leadership.
Unlike the Islamic holidays in the UAE, which are decided according to the committoming of the moon sighting committee, the days are planned in advance and they tend to fall on the same days each year.
UAE ETID al Etihad 2025
The countdown to Eid Al Etihad comes after the country celebrates the anniversary on Monday, November 3.
The national month campaign reminds the country of its important moments, while encouraging pride in the national journey and giving the people of the UAE an opportunity to show loyalty to its leadership.
The UAE celebrates its national day every year on December 2-3 and usually gives public and private holidays.
In 2025, December 2 – 3 twins on Tuesday and Wednesday. The authorities have announced two days to mark the event, but have not yet confirmed the exact time of the holiday.
The UAE public holidays law states that the Cabinet can transfer public holidays at the beginning or end of the week to provide an extended holiday, when it coincides with a weekend.
This means that managers can move the holiday to the beginning or end of the week.
Public and private holiday
The national day of the UAE marks its formal citizenship and the beginning of the federal government of the Emirates in 1971.
“Spirit of Union” is the official theme of the UAE National Day celebrations. Sheikh Yayled Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the Founding President of the UAE, inspired you with his vision and leadership.
The national day, last year renamed as Eid Al Etihad, commemorates the establishment of the United Arab Emirates in 1971, when the rulers of the Emirates agreed to unite and form one nation.
The Emirates in formation were:
- Abu Dhabi
- Dubai
- Horses
- Ajmani
- Umm al-Quwain
- Fujairah
Ras Al Khaimah joined the coalition shortly after succession, in early 1972.
It is a time of national celebration with many patriotic and cultural events, including flag displays and decorations, parades and cultural events and cultural events and performances.
National National Day 2025 at the event
- Expected dates: Tuesday – Wednesday, December 2-3
- Event: Eid al etihad (National Day)
- Possible fixes: It might turn into a church over the long weekend
- Industry integration: In public and in private
