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Religious holidays in Saudi Arabia can vary from year to year because of the Islamic Lunar Calendar. Find the the key holidays to be aware of below.
Read MoreRamadan
10 Mar to 10 Apr 2024
Eid Al Fitr
Around April 2024
Eid Al Adha
Around May 2024
Saudi National Day
23 September
Saudi Founding Day
22 February
During the Holy Month, Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset. Most restaurants close during the day, but hotels may provide restricted dining options while some restaurants around the city offer takeaways. Grocery stores are also open, offering snacks and drinks. Most restaurants open for Iftar, the evening meal during which Muslims break their fast after Maghrib, or sunset prayer. The sighting of the new moon determines the start of Ramadan.
At the end of Ramadan, Muslims come together and enjoy meals and local activities with friends and family to celebrate Eid Al Fitr. Many businesses will close during Eid Al Fitr and restaurants may have shorter opening hours.
Held the day after the completion of the Hajj pilgrimage, Eid Al Adha falls on the tenth day in the final month of the Islamic Lunar Calendar. Some businesses close for part or all of the occasion, while restaurants may have different opening hours during Eid Al Adha. It is advised to check individual opening hours before visiting a restaurant or shop.
This special day celebrates the unification of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and is held annually on 23 September. All businesses close for this national holiday, however the day is celebrated with many special events and activities around the country
This holiday takes place on 22 February and commemorates the foundation of the Saudi state in 1727 by Imam Mohammed bin Saud. Expect several days of festivities such as parades and concerts.
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