Madina School Holidays (2026)

The school year in Madina is divided into two terms. The last week of August marks the start of the first term, which ends on November. The school year typically ends in June.

School holidays in Madina also include other religious and national holidays. During these days, schools in Madina are closed.

When are school holidays in Madina?

Which are the other Holidays in Madina?

Eid Al Fitr Holiday
Eid Al Fitr is an Islamic holiday that marks the end of Ramadan (Fasting). 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 observed 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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