Eid Al Fitr 2026 Holiday Dubai: Dubai Announces Eid Al Fitr 2026 Holiday for Public Sector Employees; Four-Day Break Confirmed

Markets plan festival to celebrate Eid across Bradford

Bradford’s Darley Street and Keighley Markets celebrate Eid al-Fitr on 21 March with free family events, crafts, workshops, food, and live music.

Fresh Explosions In Central Dubai, Black Smoke Seen Above Buildings

Buildings in Dubai shook on Friday after loud explosions were heard, and a thick cloud of smoke rose over a central part of the city.

Ford government to allow shopping on 2 public holidays across Ontario

Doug Ford said previously he was inundated with calls from people 'wanting to go to shopping malls' over the Family Day weekend. At the time, he mused about allowing more to open.

Eid Al Fitr 2026 Holiday Dubai: Dubai announces Eid Al Fitr 2026 holiday for public sector employees; four-day break confirmed

Dubai has announced a four-day Eid Al Fitr holiday for public sector employees from March 19 to March 22, 2026. Private sector workers will also enjoy a holiday, potentially extending to March 22. March salaries will be paid early on March 17 to aid preparations. Residents can plan staycations, explore local festivities, or take short international trips.

Egypt Declares 19 March Start of Eid al-Fitr Holiday

Egypt has declared the period from Thursday, 19 March to Monday, 23 March 2026 an official paid holiday for Eid al-Fitr, according to an official government statement issued on Wednesday, 11 March. The decision was announced in a decree by Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly, stating that the holiday will apply to employees working in ministries, government agencies, public authorities, local administration units, as well as public sector and public…