Kuwait Public Holidays 2028
Kuwait 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 |
| 2028-02-25 | Friday, February 25, 2028 | National Day | National |
| 2028-02-26 | Saturday, February 26, 2028 | Liberation Day | National |
| 2028-02-26 | Saturday, February 26, 2028 | Eid al-Fitr (3 days) | Religious |
| 2028-05-03 | Wednesday, May 3, 2028 | Eid al-Adha (4 days) | Religious |
| 2028-08-02 | Wednesday, August 2, 2028 | Prophet's Birthday | Religious |
2028 Holiday Summary
Total public holidays: 6
National holidays: 3
Religious holidays: 3
Weekend days: Friday & Saturday
About Public Holidays in Kuwait
Kuwait's public holiday calendar is shaped by two defining national events celebrated on consecutive days. National Day on 25 February marks Kuwait's independence in 1961, immediately followed by Liberation Day on 26 February, commemorating the liberation of Kuwait from Iraqi occupation in 1991. These back-to-back national holidays form the centrepiece of Kuwait's annual celebrations and are observed with significant public festivities. Islamic religious holidays include Eid Al-Fitr, Eid Al-Adha, and the Prophet's Birthday, all determined by official moon sighting. New Year's Day is also observed, reflecting Kuwait's openness as an international business hub. Oil and gas form the backbone of Kuwait's economy alongside finance and investment sectors, with the official 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 dates confirmed by official moon sighting committees.
Practical Information for Residents and Visitors
- Government offices and official institutions close on all public holidays.
- Kuwaiti Labour Law guarantees private sector employees paid leave on public holidays.
- National Day and Liberation Day see large public celebrations; some roads may be closed.
- Islamic holiday dates are officially announced by religious authorities following moon sighting.
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.