Today, February 18, 2026, marks the first day of Ramadan. Wishing all our Muslim friends a blessed and peaceful month!
About Ramadan
- The 9th month of the Islamic calendar, one of the Five Pillars of Islam
- Focus: spiritual discipline, gratitude, charity, and unity
- No eating, drinking, smoking or inappropriate behavior from dawn to sunset
Dubai Ramadan Tips
- Working hours reduced by 2 hours for government & private sectors
- No eating/drinking/smoking in public (malls, transport, streets) during daylight; dress modestly
- Most restaurants closed daytime; full service resumes at Iftar (sunset)
- First Iftar around 18:15, getting slightly later daily
Ramadan Kareem! May this month bring you blessings, health and happiness