Madina (or Medina) is the second holiest city in Islam after Mecca. The Prophet’s Mosque can be found in the city, which served as the burial site for Prophet Muhammad.
Public holidays in Madina also follow the standard public holidays in Saudi Arabia and neighboring cities such as Riyadh and Jeddah.
| 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 Holiday
Eid Al Fitr is an Islamic holiday that marks the end of Ramadan. It is celebrated in Madina and across the GCC region and other Muslim countries.
Eid Al Adha Holiday
Eid Al Adha 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 Madina.
Prophet’s Birthday
Another public holiday in Madina, the birthday of the Islamic prophet Muhammad is commemorated on the third month in the Islamic calendar.
National Day
In Madina, the National Day 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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