Residents in the UAE are preparing for an extended weekend in April for the Eid Al Fitr break that follows Ramadan. The dates for the break, which will provide a four-day holiday, are dependent on the sighting of the moon and will begin on April 20 or 21. The confirmed dates will be announced at the end of Ramadan.
Eid Al Fitr marks the end of Ramadan and is celebrated by Muslims around the world. In Dubai, the ‘Eid in Dubai’ festival will offer great bargains and sales across prominent malls, while Abu Dhabi’s ADNEC is hosting a ‘Ramadan and Eid Festival 2023’ with traditional food, shopping and games. Sharjah’s ‘Ramadan Nights 2023’ event will also offer discounts on products, cultural and artistic programs, and entertainment. The UAE and other Gulf countries have also announced reduced working hours for Ramadan for both the public and private sectors.