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Saudi Arabia Public Holidays: Next Holiday & Upcoming Days Off
When is the next public holiday in Saudi Arabia? Upcoming Eid, National Day and long-weekend dates, plus the holiday rules for private and government employees.
Next public holiday in Saudi Arabia
Founding Day
Mon 22 Feb 2027 · In 118 days
Upcoming public holidays
| Holiday | Date | Days off | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Founding Day | Mon 22 Feb 2027 | 1 | Fixed date |
| Eid al-Fitr | Tue 9 Mar - Fri 12 Mar 20275-day break with the weekend | 4 | Expected |
| Arafat Day & Eid al-Adha | Sat 15 May - Tue 18 May 20275-day break with the weekend | 4 | Expected |
| National Day | Thu 23 Sept 20273-day break with the weekend | 1 | Fixed date |
Full list by year
Holiday rules in Saudi Arabia
- Weekend
- Friday-Saturday
- Private vs government
- The HRSD sets private-sector Eid breaks (four days each) and announces National Day and Founding Day; government breaks are usually longer.
- Working on a holiday
- If you work on a public holiday you are paid overtime (wage + 50%) or, if you agree, given a paid day off in lieu. A holiday that falls on your weekly rest day is compensated.
- Legal basis
- Saudi Labor Law Executive Regulations, Article 24
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