A major port in Saudi Arabia, Jeddah is a city in the Hijaz Tihamah region, located on the coast of the Red Sea. It is considered the largest city in Makkah province and has a population of 4 million.
There are three major public holidays in Jeddah which include religious holidays and the national day of Saudi Arabia.
| Dates | Holidays |
|---|---|
| Feb 22 | Foundation Day |
| Mar 19 – 22 | Eid-al-Fitr Holiday |
| May 26 | Arafat Day |
| May 26 – 29 | Eid al Adha |
| Sep 23 | Saudi National Holiday |
Eid Al Fitr
Eid Al Fitr is an Islamic holiday that marks the end of Ramadan (Fasting). It is celebrated in Jeddah and across the GCC region and other Muslim countries.
Eid Al Adha
The holiday honors (Abraham) who wanted to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God. Eid Al Adha, also known as the Greater Eid, is the Feast of the Sacrifice.
Arafat Day
Arafat Day is the Commemoration of Muhammad’s final sermon and completion of the message of Islam. It is a public holiday in Jeddah.
Prophet’s Birthday
Another public holiday in Jeddah, the birthday of the Islamic prophet Muhammad is commemorated on the third month in the Islamic calendar.
National Day
National Day in Riyadh is celebrated every September 23. The holiday commemorates the establishment of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia by King Abdulaziz in 1932.
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