Saudi Arabia Public Holidays 2026
February
Ramadan begins
Ramadan is a period of prayer, reflection and fasting for many Muslims worldwide. It is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar.
Founding Day
Founding Day is a national holiday in Saudi Arabia
Founding Day Public Sector Holiday
Founding Day Public Sector Holiday is a public sector holiday in Saudi Arabia
March
Eid al-Fitr
Eid al-Fitr is a holiday to mark the end of the Islamic month of Ramadan, during which Muslims fast during the hours of daylight.
Eid al-Fitr Holiday
Eid al-Fitr Holiday is a national holiday in Saudi Arabia
Flag Day
Flag Day is an observance in Saudi Arabia
May
Arafat Day
Arafat Day is a national holiday in Saudi Arabia
Eid al-Adha
Eid al-Adha (Id ul-Adha) is an Islamic festival falling on the 10th day of the month of Dhul Hijja (Thou al-Hijja) to commemorate the willingness of Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son.
Eid al-Adha Holiday
Eid al-Adha Holiday is a national holiday in Saudi Arabia
September
Saudi National Day Holiday
Saudi National Day Holiday is a national holiday in Saudi Arabia
Saudi National Day
Saudi National Day is a national holiday in Saudi Arabia
Day off for Saudi National Day
Saudi National Day is a national holiday in Saudi Arabia