Next long weekend: Arafat Day 2018 in UAE
The Day of Arafat (Arafah) falls on the 9th day of Dhu al-Hijjah of the Islamic Calendar. The Day of Arafat (Arafah) is the second day of the Hajj Pilgrimage in Mecca and it is the first day of Eid Al Adha. It is written in the scriptures that Prophet Mohammad gave one of his last famous sermons at Mount Arafah nearby Mina. The Day of Arafat is also called as “The Day of Repentance and Acceptance of Supplications”.
When is Arafat Day 2018 in UAE?
In 2018, Arafat day is expected to fall on the 21st of August, but this is subject to the moon sighting. The actual dates will be announced by the government once the crescent moon is sighted. Arafat day precedes Eid Al Adha.
In 2018, Arafat Day could be the beginning of the long weekend as Arafat day is expected to fall on a Tuesday and Eid Al Adha holidays of 2-days are expected to fall on WEdnesday and Thursday, effectively making it a 5-day holiday.
Plan your long weekend in advance to get the best deals.
Here are some ideas for the long weekend.
- Plan a short holiday trip to Singapore, Maldives, Switzerland, Maldives, Thailand, Sri Lanka or India
- Plan a Staycation at some of the best adventure or beach resorts in UAE
- Visit theme parks or Water parks in UAE
- Visit Dubai Safari Park
- Plan a road trip in UAE or to Oman
- Visit Salalah in Oman
- Visit Musandam / Dibba in Oman
Call 044474285 to avail special discounted rates for all of the above. Long weekend tickets tend to get sold out early. So, book now!
[inbound_forms id=”26424″ name=”Activity Inquiry”]What Pilgrims do on Arafat Day?
On Arafta day, at noon, Hajj pilgrims arrive at Mount Arafat (Arafah), 20 km east of Mecca and stand in vigil, repent for their past sins and seek the divine mercy of God. Islamic scholars give sermons near Mount Arafat, which most pilgrims will hear. This continues from noon until sunset. This is part of the Hajj pilgrimage rites.
