Jordan Public Holidays 2028
Jordan 2028 public holidays — Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha dates & national days.
Weekend Days: Friday & Saturday
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2028-01-01 | Saturday, January 1, 2028 | New Year's Day | National |
| 2028-01-30 | Sunday, January 30, 2028 | King's Birthday | National |
| 2028-02-26 | Saturday, February 26, 2028 | Eid al-Fitr (3 days) | Religious |
| 2028-03-22 | Wednesday, March 22, 2028 | Arab League Day | Cultural |
| 2028-05-01 | Monday, May 1, 2028 | Labour Day | National |
| 2028-05-03 | Wednesday, May 3, 2028 | Eid al-Adha (4 days) | Religious |
| 2028-05-25 | Thursday, May 25, 2028 | Independence Day | National |
| 2028-08-02 | Wednesday, August 2, 2028 | Prophet's Birthday | Religious |
2028 Holiday Summary
Total public holidays: 8
National holidays: 4
Religious holidays: 3
Weekend days: Friday & Saturday
About Public Holidays in Jordan
Jordan's public holiday calendar balances Hashemite national commemorations with Islamic religious observances. Independence Day on 25 May holds central importance, marking Jordan's independence in 1946, while the Royal Accession Day — reinstated as an official holiday in 2023 — honours the Hashemite royal family. Islamic religious holidays include Eid Al-Fitr, Eid Al-Adha, and the Prophet's Birthday, with dates confirmed through official moon sighting. Jordan's holiday calendar is relatively stable compared to some regional neighbours, making it straightforward for residents and businesses to plan around. The country observes the standard Gulf-adjacent weekend of Friday and Saturday. Jordan's economy is built on services, tourism, mining, and information technology, with the standard work week running Sunday through Thursday and the weekend on Friday and Saturday. Islamic holiday dates shift each year according to the lunar Hijri calendar, with official authorities announcing final dates based on moon sighting.
Practical Information for Residents and Visitors
- Government institutions and ministries close on all official public holidays.
- Jordanian Labour Law guarantees private sector employees paid leave on public holidays.
- Most retail outlets and shopping centres operate normally or with extended hours during Eid periods.
- Official Islamic holiday dates are announced by religious authorities immediately following moon sighting confirmation.
Public Holiday Details 2028
See our Eid dates for all Arab countries for dates across the region.
See our Eid dates for all Arab countries for dates across the region.