🇦🇪 National Day in United Arab Emirates

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

This year, National Day falls on {'year': 2026, 'name': 'National Day', 'date_iso': '2026-12-02', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2026, 12, 2), 'date_display': '02 Dec 2026', 'day_of_week': 'Wednesday'} in United Arab Emirates.

Next year, National Day will be observed on {'year': 2027, 'name': 'National Day', 'date_iso': '2027-12-02', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2027, 12, 2), 'date_display': '02 Dec 2027', 'day_of_week': 'Thursday'} in United Arab Emirates. Movable holidays can change weekday and date year to year.

Last year, National Day was observed on {'year': 2025, 'name': 'National Day', 'date_iso': '2025-12-02', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2025, 12, 2), 'date_display': '02 Dec 2025', 'day_of_week': 'Tuesday'} in United Arab Emirates.

Yes, National Day is recognized as a public holiday in United Arab Emirates. 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 National Day from this page and import it into Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, Outlook, or any standard calendar app. The United Arab Emirates holidays page lists every other holiday you can subscribe to the same way.