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International Day of Happiness

International Day of Happiness 2026 in UAE is observed on الجمعة, 20 مارس 2026.

International Day of Happiness is not an official public holiday in UAE — it's a widely observed day (date shown is when UAE observes it), but offices and schools stay open. See UAE's official public holidays →
الجمعة, 20 مارس 2026
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Dateالجمعة, 20 مارس 2026
StatusNot a public holiday in UAE
Time until123 days ago
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International Day of Happiness is a public holiday in UAE. This page collects the date for each year, plus other holidays in the country's calendar.

History & origin

International Day of Happiness is officially observed as a public holiday in UAE. We are building out a longer history & traditions section for this holiday. In the meantime, the calendar below shows International Day of Happiness's date across multiple years and how it interacts with the country's long-weekend opportunities.

Traditions & customs

International Day of Happiness observance varies by community and region within UAE. Government offices, banks, and schools are typically closed.

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Frequently asked questions

When is International Day of Happiness 2026 in UAE?

International Day of Happiness 2026 in UAE is observed on الجمعة, 20 مارس 2026.

Is International Day of Happiness a public holiday in UAE?

No. International Day of Happiness is marked in UAE as a widely observed day, but it is not an official public holiday — workplaces and schools stay open.

How many days until International Day of Happiness?

The countdown above shows the exact days, hours and minutes remaining. The year-by-year list below has International Day of Happiness's date in the surrounding years.

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