Public Holidays in Saudi Arabia in 2026
Complete list of official public holidays and observances
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Official Public Holidays
9 holidays in Saudi Arabia for 2026
| Holiday | Date | Day | Applies To |
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Founding Day
Founding Day is a national holiday in Saudi Arabia
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February 22 | Sunday | Nationwide |
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Eid al-Fitr
Eid al-Fitr is a holiday to mark the end of the Islamic month of Ramadan, during which Muslims fa...
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March 20 | Friday | Nationwide |
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Eid al-Fitr Holiday
Eid al-Fitr Holiday is a national holiday in Saudi Arabia
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March 21 | Saturday | Nationwide |
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Eid al-Fitr Holiday
Eid al-Fitr Holiday is a national holiday in Saudi Arabia
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March 22 | Sunday | Nationwide |
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Arafat Day
Arafat Day is a national holiday in Saudi Arabia
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May 26 | Tuesday | Nationwide |
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Eid al-Adha
Eid al-Adha (Id ul-Adha) is an Islamic festival falling on the 10th day of the month of Dhul Hijj...
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May 27 | Wednesday | Nationwide |
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Eid al-Adha Holiday
Eid al-Adha Holiday is a national holiday in Saudi Arabia
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May 28 | Thursday | Nationwide |
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Eid al-Adha Holiday
Eid al-Adha Holiday is a national holiday in Saudi Arabia
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May 29 | Friday | Nationwide |
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Saudi National Day
Saudi National Day is a national holiday in Saudi Arabia
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September 23 | Wednesday | Nationwide |
Legal Notice: This information is for guidance only and should not be considered legal advice. Always validate with local authorities or legal practitioners in Saudi Arabia.
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Automatic Public Holiday Import
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Employees Request Leave
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Managers Approve Instantly
Managers see all request details including conflicts with public holidays and other team members' leave.
- Approve/reject directly from email
- See team coverage at a glance
- Complete audit trail of decisions
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Beautiful visual calendar shows exactly who's off when, including public holidays, so you can plan optimal team coverage.
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- Filter by department or team
- Spot conflicts before they happen
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About Public Holidays in Saudi Arabia
Public holidays in Saudi Arabia are significant events that reflect the cultural and religious values of the nation. The Kingdom observes several public holidays, including the Islamic holidays of Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha, as well as the Saudi National Day, celebrated on September 23rd each year. These holidays provide employees with time off to spend with family and engage in traditional festivities. Understanding the public holiday calendar is crucial for effective absence management and staff leave planning, ensuring that businesses can maintain productivity while respecting the cultural practices of their workforce.