UAE to Mark Eid Al Fitr with Country-Wide Holiday
April 20, 2023
Private Sector Workers to Enjoy Four-Day Weekend
Dubai, United Arab Emirates - The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is set to mark Eid Al Fitr with a country-wide holiday, with private sector workers enjoying a four-day weekend from April 20 to 23, 2023. The announcement was made by the country's authorities, with the holiday expected to begin on Thursday, April 20. Eid Al Fitr marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan, during which Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset. The festival is celebrated worldwide by Muslims, and the UAE is no exception. The country's vibrant and diverse population will come together to celebrate the occasion with prayers, feasts, and family gatherings. The public holiday will provide residents and visitors ample time to engage in traditional Eid Al Fitr festivities. Malls and shopping centers are expected to be bustling with shoppers seeking Eid attire, gifts, and delicacies. Families and friends will gather at homes and restaurants to share meals and exchange well wishes. The four-day weekend will also be a welcomed opportunity for residents to relax and unwind after the month-long observance of Ramadan. Many are expected to take advantage of the break to travel within the UAE or abroad. The UAE government has urged residents and visitors to abide by the health and safety guidelines issued by the authorities during the Eid Al Fitr holiday.
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