The school year in Riyadh starts on the last week of August and ends in June, before the Ramadan (fasting) period starts in Saudi Arabia.
School holidays in Riyadh also includes public holidays and the national holiday. Schools in Riyadh and other educational institutions are closed during these public holidays.
| Dates | School Holidays |
|---|---|
| Aug 24, 2025 | First Day of School |
| Nov 21 – 19, 2025 | First Semester Holidays |
| Feb 22 – 26, 2026 | Second Semester Holidays |
| Mar 6 – 28, 2026 | Eid al-Fitr Holiday |
| Jun 25, 2026 | End of school year |
Eid Al Fitr
An Islamic holiday that marks the end of Ramadan (Fasting), Eid Al Fitr is celebrated in Riyadh 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 Riyadh.
Prophet’s Birthday
Another public holiday in Riyadh, 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 24. The holiday commemorates the establishment of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia by King Abdulaziz in 1932.
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