What’s Open During Eid Al Adha 2026 Holidays in UAE: Bank, Metro, Attractions, Malls
What’s open during Eid Al Adha 2026 holidays in UAE: malls, Dubai Metro, supermarkets, pharmacies, taxis, Burj Khalifa, Global Village and hotels all run extended hours. Bank counters, government service centres, courts and schools close. As per astronomical calculations, the four-day break is expec
Heading into the Eid Al Adha 2026 holidays in UAE? Most things stay open — malls, the Metro, taxis, supermarkets, hotels and the headline attractions all run, many on extended hours. Bank counters, government offices, courts and schools close for the four-day break.
Eid Al Adha 2026 dates are confirmed. The UAE Council for Fatwa announced on 17 May 2026 that Arafat Day falls on Tuesday 26 May and Eid Al Adha Day 1 on Wednesday 27 May. The public sector holiday runs Mon 25 to Fri 29 May per FAHR; the private sector window is 26 to 29 May. For the full Arafat Day guide: Arafat Day 2026 UAE: Everything You Need to Know. What remains open on Arafat Day specifically: What Remains Open During Arafat Day in UAE?
What’s Open During Eid Al Adha 2026 Holidays in UAE
The list of what stays open is far longer than the list of closures during the Eid Al Adha 2026 holidays in UAE.
What’s Open Across the Four Days
Do UAE Banks have holidays during Eid Al Adha 2026?
Branches close for all four days (26 to 29 May 2026). ATMs, mobile banking apps, online banking and cards all continue working normally. Reopen Monday, 1 June 2026.
Will Metro be functional on all Eid Al Adha 2026 Dates?
Yes. The Dubai Metro and Tram operate throughout the Eid Al Adha 2026 holidays on weekend-style timings (~5 AM to 1 AM), with a stretched night service on Day 1 for fireworks crowds.
Will buses run in UAE during Eid Al Adha 2026?
Yes. UAE public buses run continuously across all seven emirates throughout Eid Al Adha 2026, on adjusted Eid timetables. Inter-emirate routes linking Dubai with Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah continue to operate.
Will Malls remain open on all days of Eid Al Adha 2026?
UAE malls treat Eid as their busiest week of the season. Expect weekend-style timings (10 AM to 1 AM), Eid bazaars, kids’ entertainment and fireworks tie-ins on Day 1.
| Mall | Expected Eid hours |
|---|---|
| The Dubai Mall | 10 AM to 1 AM |
| Mall of the Emirates | 10 AM to 1 AM |
| Yas Mall (Abu Dhabi) | 10 AM to 1 AM |
| Marina Mall (Abu Dhabi) | 10 AM to 12 AM |
| Sharjah City Centre | 10 AM to 12 AM |
Will major Attractions remain open during Eid Al Adha 2026?
Yes. Burj Khalifa, Global Village, Ferrari World, Warner Bros. World, IMG Worlds, Atlantis Aquaventure, Dubai Frame, Museum of the Future and the Dubai Fountain shows all run. Eid is one of the busiest tourist weeks of the year in the UAE.
FIREWORKS · DAY 1 OF EID
Fireworks displays are typically scheduled at Burj Lake (Dubai Mall), Burj Park, Bluewaters Island, Dubai Festival City and Atlantis the Palm on the first night of Eid, around 9 PM. Abu Dhabi Corniche, Yas Bay and Al Maryah Island host parallel displays the same night.
What’s Closed During Eid Al Adha 2026 Holidays in UAE
- Bank branches — counters closed; ATMs, apps and online banking work normally.
- Government service centres — ICP, GDRFA, RTA counters closed; apps stay live.
- Stock markets — DFM, ADX and NASDAQ Dubai trading suspended.
- Courts and tribunals — closed; emergency duty judges available.
- Public schools — closed; Eid break runs alongside mid-term holiday.
If your UAE plans depend on any of the above — visa renewal, Emirates ID, vehicle registration, court filing — complete the paperwork before 25 May 2026 or wait until Monday, 1 June 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Eid Al Adha 2026 Holidays in UAE
What’s open during Eid Al Adha 2026 holidays in UAE?
Malls, supermarkets, pharmacies, the Dubai Metro, public buses, taxis, hotels and major attractions — including Burj Khalifa, Global Village and Ferrari World — all operate during Eid Al Adha 2026, with extended hours. Restaurants run special Eid brunch sittings.
Are UAE banks open during Eid Al Adha 2026?
No. UAE bank branches close for all four days of the Eid Al Adha 2026 holiday (26 to 29 May 2026) and reopen on Monday, 1 June 2026. ATMs, mobile banking and online banking continue working normally.
Does the Dubai Metro run during Eid Al Adha 2026?
Yes. The Dubai Metro and Tram run on all four days of Eid Al Adha 2026, with extended weekend-style timings of approximately 5 AM to 1 AM and a stretched night service on the first day of Eid for fireworks crowds.
Is Burj Khalifa open during Eid Al Adha 2026?
Yes. Burj Khalifa At The Top remains open throughout Eid Al Adha 2026, with extended hours on the first night of Eid for fireworks viewing. Pre-booking is strongly recommended as Eid is one of the busiest periods of the year.
Sources: UAE Council for Fatwa moon sighting confirmation 17 May 2026; Federal Authority for Government Human Resources (FAHR); UAE Central Bank; Roads and Transport Authority (RTA Dubai); Emaar Entertainment; Global Village Dubai. Last reviewed: 18 May 2026.
