Dubai confirms free parking this Friday

Public parking zones in Dubai, excluding multi-level terminals and Al Khail Gate parking (N.365), will be free of charge on Friday, September 5 — the public holiday to mark the birthday of Prophet Muhammed (PBUH).

Regular parking fees will resume on Saturday, September 6.

Additionally, the RTA’s customer happiness centres and vehicle testing centres will be closed on Friday, while the smart customer happiness centres located in Umm Ramool, Deira, Al Barsha, Al Tawar and the RTA's head office will remain operational 24/7.

Public transport schedules will also be adjusted on Friday:

• Dubai Metro (Red and Green Lines): 5 AM to 1 AM the next day
• Dubai Tram: 6 AM to 1 AM the next day
• Public buses: Check the S’hail app for updated schedules
• Marine transport: Visit this link

#RTA has announced the working hours of its services during the Prophet’s Birthday holiday 1447. The timings cover Customer Happiness Centres, paid parking zones, public buses, Dubai Metro, Dubai Tram, marine transport, and service provider centres (vehicle technical testing).
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— RTA (@rta_dubai) September 3, 2025