The Islamic calendar follows moon sightings to mark the start of the year.
It’s the first Monday after the long Eid Al-Fitr weekend, which means everyone’s already wondering when the next set of public holidays will begin. While Arafat Day and Eid Al-Adha are coming up, there are still many more public holidays on the agenda for 2025, including the one for the Islamic New Year.
The Islamic Hijri calendar follows moon sightings to mark the start and end of the month, which means one cannot know for sure when the start of the year will arrive. However, predictions can be made, and the Islamic New Year isn’t too far away.
Islamic New Year begins on 1 Muharram – akin to January in the Gregorian calendar. In Islamic history, it marks Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)’s migration from Makkah to Madina — which is called hijri in Arabic and hence, got its name as the Islamic Hijri Calendar.
Last year, the UAE announced a long weekend to mark the start of the Islamic New Year. And this year, 1 Muharram is expected to fall on Friday, 27 June, which means we expect a three-day long weekend yet again, starting from Friday until Sunday, resuming work as usual on 30 June. While an official announcement has not yet been made, it’s expected to come closer to the date.
So if you’ve been daydreaming about a quick getaway, the long weekend owing to the Islamic New Year is your golden ticket to make it happen. Opt for an ultimate staycation that’ll leave you feeling all zen and rejuvenated, or go all out and embark on an epic adventure. There are plenty of visa-free destinations you can head to for a quick change of environment. The time for your dream escape is just around the bend.
Mark your calendars, gather your friends and family, and get ready for a holiday.
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