Public holidays in Saudi Arabia 2026
Next: Founding Day, Monday, February 22, 2027 (in 118 days)
Eid holidays often last longer than shown, as announced each year. Islamic holidays follow the moon and may move by a day. Current time in Saudi Arabia →
| Date | Holiday | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Feb 22 | Founding Day | Passed | |
| Fri, Mar 20 | Eid al-Fitr * | Passed | |
| Sat, Mar 21 | Eid al-Fitr holiday * | Passed | |
| Sun, Mar 22 | Eid al-Fitr holiday * | Passed | |
| Tue, May 26 | Arafat Day * | Passed | |
| Wed, May 27 | Eid al-Adha * | Passed | |
| Thu, May 28 | Eid al-Adha holiday * | Passed | |
| Fri, May 29 | Eid al-Adha holiday * | Passed | |
| Wed, Sep 23 | Saudi National Day | Passed |
* Islamic holidays follow the moon and may move by a day. Dates are estimates until officially announced.
Always check official announcements before making plans; governments sometimes move or add holidays.
Questions
What is the next public holiday in Saudi Arabia?
The next public holiday in Saudi Arabia is Founding Day on Monday, February 22, 2027, in 118 days.
How many public holidays does Saudi Arabia have in 2026?
This list has 9 public holidays in Saudi Arabia for 2026. Eid holidays often last longer than shown, as announced each year. Islamic holidays follow the moon and may move by a day.