🇸🇦 Arafat Day in Saudi Arabia

Arafat Day is a public holiday observed in Saudi Arabia. It is classified as a Public Holiday. See the dates, history and observance details on this page, or browse all public holidays in Saudi Arabia.

This year, Arafat Day falls on {'year': 2026, 'name': 'Arafat Day', 'date_iso': '2026-05-26', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2026, 5, 26), 'date_display': '26 May 2026', 'day_of_week': 'Tuesday'} in Saudi Arabia.

Next year, Arafat Day will be observed on {'year': 2027, 'name': 'Arafat Day', 'date_iso': '2027-05-15', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2027, 5, 15), 'date_display': '15 May 2027', 'day_of_week': 'Saturday'} in Saudi Arabia. Movable holidays can change weekday and date year to year.

Last year, Arafat Day was observed on {'year': 2025, 'name': 'Arafat Day', 'date_iso': '2025-06-05', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2025, 6, 5), 'date_display': '05 Jun 2025', 'day_of_week': 'Thursday'} in Saudi Arabia.

Yes, Arafat Day is recognized as a public holiday in Saudi Arabia. Most government offices, banks and many schools close, and some businesses may operate on reduced hours. Specific closures vary by industry and region.

You can download an iCal (.ics) file for Arafat Day from this page and import it into Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, Outlook, or any standard calendar app. The Saudi Arabia holidays page lists every other holiday you can subscribe to the same way.