Islamic New Year 2025 UAE

You know that the new year arrives on 31st December, when people from all over the globe celebrate their new start. However, we bet you don’t know that the UAE has announced the official Islamic New Year public holiday for 2025. We know you are wondering, why is this? The reason is to mark the beginning of the Hijri year 1447 AH. In today’s blog, we will discuss all about the UAE New Year and the places you can explore during this extended weekend.

Hijri New Year UAE 

Are you ready for a long weekend? Thinking why? The simple answer is Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation announced that Friday, June 27, 2025, will be an official holiday for the private sector in the UAE. This creates a three-day long weekend from June 27 to June 29, for employees who have a standard Saturday-Sunday weekend.

What is the Islamic New Year?  

Hijri New Year, or Al-Hijri, is known as the Islamic New Year, marks the beginning of the Islamic lunar calendar. The Hijri calendar differs from the Gregorian calendar in both structure and observation, and it is based on the lunar months. Additionally, during this holiday, you can enjoy big firework displays, dining deals, and more.

Once you enjoy long weekends during Eid Al Adha in June, it’s time to enjoy the Hijri New Year 2025. It’s like a dream for the public sector that they get 2 long weekends within one month.

Places To Visit During Hijri New Year UAE Long Weekend  

Long weekends are coming, and Dubai City Sightseeing is here for you with lots of thrilling attractions and activities. Be ready to make your holidays memorable and unforgettable. So, here are some places you can visit during your long weekends.

Enjoy a Thrilling Desert Safari  

Long weekends are coming, and if you don’t enjoy a desert safari, it means your weekends are wasted. You can opt for an evening desert safari and enjoy the thrilling and unique activities. You can spend a lovely day here, while enjoying the thrilling dune bashing and relaxing camel rides. Also, experience the stunning views of a beautiful sunset. Once you enjoy your sunset views, you can enjoy the delicious BBQ dinner. Additionally, it’s not over; experience the live entertainment shows and cultural activities.

Aquaventure Waterpark  

July is a summer month, so enjoy the thrilling water rides and slides at the Atlantis water park Dubai . Situated on the Atlantis The Palm, there are more than 30 thrilling rides which are suitable for all ages. You can beat the heat at the waterpark. Also, if you are planning to spend fun and quality time with your family, then Aquaventure is the best option.

Dhow Cruise  

Enjoy the delicious dinner on a Dhow Cruise, which is an Arabic wooden vessel used for fishing in ancient times. You can enjoy the stunning views of the Dubai skyline, like Burj Al Arab, Atlantis The Palm, and many more. Additionally, you can enjoy the beautiful evening with a perfect contrast between he old and new Dubai in the backdrop.

Ski Dubai  

Experience the snow in the desert city. Make your weekends more memorable while visiting Ski Dubai. You can enjoy snow activities, and for an extra touch, you can interact with penguins. It is also a family-friendly destination, which makes your UAE Islamic New Year more enjoyable and memorable.

Enjoy a Traditional Emirati Meal  

During this special day, enjoy exotic dishes at restaurants with Emirati cuisine or at least try Arabic coffee or tea. Restaurants offer a variety of Emirati cuisines like machboos, which is spiced rice with meat, and luqaimat, a sweet dumpling. Additionally, many offers are also available during the festivities of the Islamic New Year. Make your Islamic New Year holiday UAE more enjoyable while eating delicious food with your loved ones.  

Conclusion  

Lastly, the UAE Islamic New Year comes with a long weekend. Make this weekend more enjoyable while connecting with Dubai City Sightseeing. During this time, the ticket lines are so long. If you don’t want to stand in the long lines, contact us and get your tickets. Make your Islamic New Year holiday UAE more memorable and enjoyable with amazing attractions and activities. So, it’s time to surprise your family by planning a tour.