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School holidays

United Arab Emirates ·

2 school breaks in United Arab Emirates during 2026. Longest is 28 days (Vacaciones de Invierno).

School breaks

2

Total off-days

42

Longest break

28 d

Calendar year

2026

All 2026 school breaks

2 total
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dic8

Vacaciones de Invierno

dic 8 – ene 4 · 28 días

28d
mar16

Vacaciones de Primavera

mar 16 – 29 · 14 días

14d
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Public holidays in 2026

Affect closures and travel demand around school breaks.

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ene1

Día de Año Nuevo

mar20

Eid al-Fitr

may26

Día de Arafat y Eid Al-Adha

jun16

Año Nuevo Hijri

ago25

Cumpleaños del Profeta

dic2

Día Nacional

dic3

Día Nacional (Día 2)

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Frequently asked questions

¿Cuándo son las vacaciones escolares en United Arab Emirates en 2026?
Las escuelas de United Arab Emirates tienen 2 periodos de vacaciones en 2026. Consulta la línea de tiempo mensual arriba para las fechas de inicio y fin de cada periodo.
How many school breaks does United Arab Emirates have in 2026?
United Arab Emirates schools observe 2 break periods in 2026, including national holidays and seasonal breaks. Exact dates may vary by region or school zone.
¿Cuándo son las vacaciones de invierno en United Arab Emirates en 2026?
Las vacaciones de invierno en United Arab Emirates son del 8 de diciembre de 2025 – 4 de enero de 2026.
¿Cuándo son las vacaciones de primavera en United Arab Emirates en 2026?
Las vacaciones de primavera en United Arab Emirates son del 16 de marzo de 2026 – 29 de marzo de 2026.
Why do school holiday dates differ by region?
Many countries stagger school holidays across regions or zones to avoid simultaneous travel demand. France, the Netherlands, Germany, and others use this approach.
When is the best time to travel around school holidays?
Prices and crowds spike during school breaks. Traveling 1–2 weeks before or after a break — when other regions are still in school — typically offers better availability and lower prices.
Where does this calendar come from?
Data is sourced from the national education ministry of United Arab Emirates. See the source link below for the official publication.

School calendar dates published by national education ministries. Always confirm with your local school for the official calendar.