This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Saudi Arabia in 2028. Public holidays are special days that everyone gets off work, while observances are traditional celebrations and events that are popular in a particular country without a day-off work status. Some dates may be modified as official changes are announced, so please check this page in advance before visiting Saudi Arabia.
Holiday name | Holiday location / Date | Holiday type |
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Ramadan begins | Saudi Arabia January 28 2028, Friday |
Observance |
Eid al-Fitr | Saudi Arabia February 27 2028, Sunday |
National |
Eid al-Fitr Holiday | Saudi Arabia February 28 2028, Monday |
National |
Eid al-Fitr Holiday | Saudi Arabia February 29 2028, Tuesday |
National |
Eid al-Fitr Holiday | Saudi Arabia March 1 2028, Wednesday |
National |
March Equinox | Saudi Arabia March 20 2028, Monday |
Seasonal |
Arafat Day | Saudi Arabia May 4 2028, Thursday |
National |
Eid al-Adha | Saudi Arabia May 5 2028, Friday |
National |
Eid al-Adha Holiday | Saudi Arabia May 6 2028, Saturday |
National |
Eid al-Adha Holiday | Saudi Arabia May 7 2028, Sunday |
National |
Muharram (Muslim New Year) | Saudi Arabia May 25 2028, Thursday |
Observance |
June Solstice | Saudi Arabia June 20 2028, Tuesday |
Seasonal |
September Equinox | Saudi Arabia September 22 2028, Friday |
Seasonal |
Saudi National Day | Saudi Arabia September 24 2028, Sunday |
National |
December Solstice | Saudi Arabia December 21 2028, Thursday |
Seasonal |