What's open on Al-Hijra (Islamic New Year) 2025 in United Arab Emirates?
Al-Hijra (Islamic New Year) 2025 falls on 26 June 2025.
New Year's Day closes banks and government offices; most supermarkets and shops either open with reduced hours or stay shut for the day.
Chain opening hours
| Venue / Chain | Category | Holiday Status | Hours | Verification & Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Estimate | Supermarkets & Groceries | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 carrefouruae.com |
Estimate | Supermarkets & Groceries | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 luluhypermarket.com |
Estimate | Pharmacies & Chemists | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 binsina.ae |
Estimate | Petrol & EV Charging | Open | 24 hours | 2026-08-23 adnoc.ae |
Estimate | Petrol & EV Charging | Open | 24 hours | 2026-08-23 enoc.com |
Estimate | Post & Parcel Lockers | Closed | Closed All Day | 2026-08-23 emiratespost.ae |
Estimate | Banks & ATMs | Closed | Closed All Day | 2026-08-23 emiratesnbd.com |
Frequently asked questions
Are shops open on Al-Hijra (Islamic New Year) 2025 in United Arab Emirates?
New Year's Day closes banks and government offices; most supermarkets and shops either open with reduced hours or stay shut for the day. Typically closed: banks, government.
When is Al-Hijra (Islamic New Year) in 2025?
Al-Hijra (Islamic New Year) falls on 26 June 2025 (2025-06-26) in 2025.