Free public parking for Eid Al Adha in Abu Dhabi

Are you looking forward to Eid Al Adha? With tonnes of hotel and restaurant deals, plus a six-day weekend to enjoy, it’s already shaping up to be a great holiday.

Now we have one more reason to celebrate as paid public parking in Abu Dhabi will be free during the Eid Al Adha holidays. Surface parking spaces – managed under the Mawaqif system – will be available for free from Monday, July 19 until 7.59am on Saturday, July 24. Parking spaces in Mussafah will also be free during this time.

You can also travel through Darb toll gates at bridges across Abu Dhabi during the holiday without incurring charges.

The UAE will observe a four-day holiday on the occasion of Afarat Day and Eid Al Adha giving us a six-day weekend to relax and enjoy starting on Monday July 19. Work will resume as usual on Sunday July 25.

You might like: where to find the best Eid Al Adha deals in Abu Dhabi. From staycations to dining deals to holiday destinations to love, here’s your ultimate guide to the holiday

Looking for some family fun with the kiddos? Families can get in on the action with plenty of places to take the kids. Click here to find all the best deals.

Looking to travel this Eid Al Adha?

This holiday could be the perfect time to travel with plenty of deals and destinations to choose from. It’s not too late to book your trip, and we have the ultimate list of dreamy destinations and holiday deals to make your holiday awesome. Click here to read more.

Wondering where you can travel from Abu Dhabi? Here are all the destinations letting in vaccinated and unvaccinated tourists right now.

And if you’re staying in Abu Dhabi, it’s time to get out and about and make the most of that free parking. Here is everything to do during Eid Al Adha in the UAE. You can also find free parking in Dubai.

Remember rules in Abu Dhabi have changed this week, with the National Sterlisation programme in place from Monday July 19 so be sure to take note and stay at home between midnight and 5am. For everything you need to know click here.

If you’re visiting Abu Dhabi, or travelling outside the capital, be sure to check the new entry rules here too.

For everything you need to enjoy a fantastic Eid break, click here.