UAE residents eagerly look forward to National Day celebrations every year, marking the country’s unity and pride. In 2025, many are already planning ahead, wondering if this year’s holiday will bring a much-anticipated long weekend. Let’s break it down.
When Is UAE National Day 2025?
- Official Date: Tuesday, 2 December 2025
- Public Holidays: 2 and 3 December (Tuesday & Wednesday)
- The two days are officially confirmed as nationwide holidays for both public and private sector employees.
Will Residents Get a Long Weekend?
This is the big question on everyone’s mind. Since the holidays fall midweek (Tuesday and Wednesday), many are hoping for an extended break.
Here’s what we know:
- Under Cabinet Resolution No. 27 of 2024, some holidays – including National Day – are “transferable.”
- This means they may be shifted to create a longer weekend if the UAE Cabinet decides.
- However, as of now, only 2 and 3 December 2025 are confirmed. There has been no official announcement about adding 1 December (Monday) as an extra holiday.
Why the Holiday Might Be Extended
- UAE leaders sometimes adjust holidays to align with weekends, giving residents a longer stretch of rest and celebration.
- If 1 December is declared a holiday, residents could enjoy a five-day break (Saturday to Wednesday).
- Until a Cabinet decision is made, residents should hold off on finalizing non-refundable travel or staycation plans.
What UAE Residents Can Expect
- Guaranteed: A two-day break on 2–3 December 2025.
- Possible: A longer weekend if authorities confirm an additional day off.
- Tip: Keep an eye on official announcements from the UAE Cabinet and the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation closer to the date.
Final Words
UAE National Day is not just a holiday – it’s a celebration of the nation’s unity, pride, and progress. While the official holiday dates are set for 2 and 3 December 2025, the possibility of a long weekend remains open, depending on a Cabinet decision.
Until then, residents can look forward to spectacular celebrations, parades, and fireworks across the Emirates a true reflection of the UAE spirit.
