Public Holidays in Kuwait 2027: Your Guide Through Holidays in Kuwait

Oct 4

3 min read

Whether you're a Kuwaiti resident or a traveller, this blog will serve as your guide to navigating Kuwait's public holidays in 2027. Let's delve into Kuwait's national holidays and highlight key dates and traditions.

Kuwait Public Holidays 2027 Calendar

New Year's Day 2027

New Year's Day is celebrated on January 1st (a Friday), and it is a public holiday in Kuwait. Since it falls on a Friday, which is already part of the weekend, it does not add an extra day off; any compensatory day is a matter for a Cabinet decision.

Please note that January 1st is a government holiday; Therefore, all government offices, schools, and most businesses are closed.

National Day of Kuwait And Kuwait Liberation Day

During the Hala February festival, Kuwait celebrates 2 major national holidays:

Kuwait National Day is celebrated on February 25th (Thursday). It commemorates the establishment of Kuwait as an independent nation in 1961.
Kuwait Liberation Day, a national holiday celebrated on February 26th (Friday), commemorates the liberation of Kuwait from Iraqi occupation in 1991.

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panoramic shot of the sky with fireworks going off — Kuwait National Day celebrations

Eid Al-Fitr

Eid al-Fitr marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan (expected to begin on February 8, 2027). Astronomically, Eid al-Fitr is expected to begin on Tuesday, March 9 or Wednesday, March 10, 2027. This is an estimate and is subject to moon sighting and official announcement.

Eid al-Fitr is a time of joyous family visits and the distribution of traditional Kuwaiti sweets. The length of the holiday is set by a Cabinet decision and is expected to run for several days alongside the weekend.

Please note that Eid al-Fitr is a public holiday, so most government offices, businesses, and schools will be closed.

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Waqfat Arafat Day 2027

Arafat Day is scheduled to fall on Saturday, May 15, 2027 (an expected date, subject to moon sighting and official announcement).

For your information, Arafat Day is an official holiday in Kuwait, during which government offices, schools, and many businesses are closed.

Islamic New Year 1449 AH

The Islamic New Year holiday is expected to fall on Sunday, June 6, 2027 (an estimated date, subject to moon sighting and official announcement). It is a public holiday that provides time for reflection and the beginning of a new Islamic year.

Eid Al-Adha 2027

Eid Al-Adha, also known as the "Feast of Sacrifice," is a major religious holiday celebrated in Kuwait and other Muslim countries. According to most sources, Eid Al-Adha in 2027 is expected to fall on Sunday, May 16 (subject to moon sighting and official announcement), with the holiday possibly running to Monday, May 17, Tuesday, May 18 or Wednesday, May 19 as set by the Cabinet.

Be aware that Eid Al-Adha is a national holiday in Kuwait, so most government offices, businesses and schools will be closed.

black background with golden text on top that reads (Eid Al Adha) — Eid Al Adha

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The Prophet's Birthday (Mawlid Al-Nabi)

The Prophet Muhammad's birthday (Mawlid) is expected to be celebrated on Sunday, August 15, 2027 (an estimated date based on the sighting of the new moon; some calendars differ by a day). It is a quiet and spiritually uplifting public holiday.

The Prophet Muhammad's birthday is a public holiday in Kuwait, during which government offices, schools, and many businesses will be closed.

FAQs about Kuwait's national holidays

Q: How many public holidays will there be in Kuwait in 2027?

There are approximately 13 public holidays in total, spread across national and religious occasions.

Q: Are there long weekends in Kuwait in 2027?

Yes, 2027 offers several opportunities for extended holidays:

New Year's Day: Friday, January 1st, which falls within the weekend, so any compensatory day off is for the Cabinet to decide.
National and Liberation Day: Thursday and Friday (February 25th and 26th), followed by Saturday, a 3-day break.
Eid al-Adha: Beginning on Saturday (the Day of Arafah, expected May 15) and joining the Friday-Saturday weekend, providing a holiday of approximately 5 or 6 consecutive days depending on the Cabinet's decision.