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Al-Hijra (Islamic New Year) 2026 in United Arab Emirates

The Islamic New Year is on the first day of Muharram, the first month in the lunar Islamic calendar, which differs from the Gregorian calendar.

Is Al-Hijra (Islamic New Year) a Public Holiday?

Al-Hijra (Islamic New Year) is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.

A lantern is often used as a symbol for the month of Muharram, the Islamic month of mourning.

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About Al-Hijra (Islamic New Year)

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Al-Hijra (Islamic New Year) Observances

Year Weekday Date Name Holiday Type
2020 Sun Aug 23 Al-Hijra (Islamic New Year) National Holiday
2021 Thu Aug 12 Al-Hijra (Islamic New Year) National Holiday
2022 Sat Jul 30 Al-Hijra (Islamic New Year) National Holiday
2023 Fri Jul 21 Al-Hijra (Islamic New Year) National Holiday
2024 Sun Jul 7 Al-Hijra (Islamic New Year) National Holiday
2025 Thu Jun 26 Al-Hijra (Islamic New Year) Observance
2026 Wed Jun 17 Al-Hijra (Islamic New Year) (Tentative Date) National Holiday

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