Public Holidays in Riyadh
Saudi Arabia - Al Khobar - Jeddah - Riyadh
Saudi Arabia being an Islamist nation with a 90% of Arab population, underlines its religious holidays as the Public Holidays for the nation.
Some of the Public Holidays at Riyadh are as follows:
- The Eid-ul Adha also termed as the 'Feast of the Sacrifice' is among the first Public Holidays of Riyadh. Generally held any time between the 1st and the 4th January the Eid-ul Adha is truly a time to celebrate.
- Held on the 20 of January the Islamic New Year comes as a time to renew ties and revive old relation. A time to celebrate and rejoice, the Islamic New Year welcomes and wishes for a prosperous year ahead. So come and enjoy this Public Holidays in Riyadh.
- Marked in the calendar as Prophet's Birthday, the 31st of March is an auspicious day and holds immense importance in the Islamic religion.
- One of the most important Public Holidays in Riyadh is celebrated on the 23 of September which stands as the Saudi National Day.
- Held between the 8th and the 17th October, Eid-ul Fitri comes after the long drawn fasting of Ramadan.
- Eid-ul Adha also called the Feast of the Sacrifice is also celebrated any time between the 15th and the 25th of December.
- Janadriyah Festival is one of the major cultural festivals in Riyadh and is celebrated between the12th and 26th of February. This festival highlights the cultural richness and showcases traditional art in the region. With a host of performances and cultural and entertainment activities, this festival becomes a prime attraction in Riyadh.
So, come and enjoy the lavish feasts spread out before you and witness the exquisite camel races among other attractions at the Janadriyah Festival.
Riyadh Festival for Shopping and Leisure is just the place to be if you are looking for fun and frolic. Held throughout the month of July, this festival promises everything from shopping bonanzas to sales and a number of special performances.
