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Kuwaiti Calendar (تقويم الكويت)
– One Page Overview
The
Kuwaiti Calendar combines the international Gregorian calendar with Kuwait’s
official public holidays, Islamic religious observances, cultural celebrations,
historical events, international days, awareness observances, and
family-related occasions. This calendar helps residents and visitors plan work
schedules, prayer days, national celebrations, school activities, and community
events throughout the year.
Kuwait
observes a blend of civil public holidays such as National Day and Liberation
Day, together with Islamic events based on the Hijri lunar calendar,
including Al-Isra’ wa al-Mi’raj, Ramadan, Eid al-Fitr, and
Eid al-Adha. These observances carry strong cultural, spiritual, and
historical meaning in Kuwaiti society.
Each month
features clear weekday labels, date navigation, and highlighted event markers
to support easy planning and organization.
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Event Types Included in the Kuwaiti Calendar
1.
Public Holidays (العطل الرسمية)
Official
national non-working days declared by the Government of Kuwait.
Examples:
– New Year’s Day
– National Day (اليوم الوطني)
– Liberation Day (عيد التحرير)
2.
International Days (الأيام الدولية)
Global
observances recognized or referenced in Kuwait.
Examples:
– International Women’s Day
– World Health Day
– Earth Day
3.
Religious Days (الأعياد والمناسبات الدينية)
Islamic
events determined by the Hijri lunar calendar.
Examples:
– Al-Isra’ wa al-Mi’raj (الإسراء والمعراج)
– Ramadan (رمضان)
– Eid al-Fitr (عيد الفطر)
– Eid al-Adha (عيد الأضحى)
4.
Cultural Events (الفعاليات الثقافية)
Events
reflecting Kuwaiti culture, traditions, and heritage.
Examples:
– Hala February Festival
– Cultural Heritage Week
– Traditional Arts celebrations
5.
Historical Events (المناسبات التاريخية)
Dates
connected to Kuwait’s national history and identity.
Examples:
– National Day
– Liberation Day
– Constitution Day (يوم الدستور)
6.
Awareness Days (أيام التوعية)
Social,
educational, health, and environmental observances.
Examples:
– Teacher’s Day
– World Environment Day
– Breast Cancer Awareness Month
7.
Special Family Days (أيام الأسرة)
Family-focused
occasions important in Kuwaiti society.
Examples:
– Mother’s Day (عيد الأم)
– Father’s Day
– Arab Family Day