Team Gulf Buzz hopes everyone had a blessed Eid Al Adha, surrounded by friends, family and many loved ones. And I certainly hope no matter what you did during the long weekend, you feel refreshed, recharged and ready to take on the rest of summer. And to keep you a little motivated, I have some great news for you. It looks like we have another long weekend in the books for UAE this year! Keep reading to find out when.
Also read: Predictions For UAE’s 2026 Public Holidays – How Many Long Weekends Will There Be?
Dates To Mark On Your Calendar
Coming up at the end of the year, the holiday combo of Commemorate Day and Union Day is one of the most special times in the UAE. For those of you who don’t know:
- Commemoration Day (formerly Martyrs’ Day) is takes place on November 30 to honour UAE’s fallen heroes and the sacrifices they made this this country.
- Union Day (aka National Day) is celebrated on December 2, marking the founding of the UAE back in 1971.
Based on trends from the previous few years, here are the 2 days we will most definitely get off for Union Day:
- Tuesday, December 2 – Union Day
- Wednesday, December 3 – Public Holiday
Since Commemoration Day falls on a Sunday this year (November 30), and with the latest cabinet resolution giving local governments the power to extend public holidays, there’s a strong chance that Monday, December 1 could be given off too. If that happens, we’re looking at a (potential) lovely 5-day long weekend from Sunday to Wednesday. And if you know anything about how UAE celebrate’s it’s National Day, then you’ll know the more days, the MERIER!
Make The Most Of What’s Left
Sure, 2025 might not have spoiled us with as many long weekends as 2024 (remember that 9-day Eid break? Pure bliss), but there’s still time to make some unforgettable memories. Use those leave days wisely, plan ahead, and enjoy every moment of the breaks we do have. And fingers crossed 2026 is a little more generous with the holidays!
Stay tuned to Gulf Buzz as the next UAE public holiday is the Islamic New Year, and we’ll be sure to give you the best recommendations for that and Union Day!
