Effective from March 2022, the updated parking schedule now designates Sunday as the free parking day, beginning at 6:00 PM and continuing until 8:00 AM the following day. However, you have to pay the parking fee from 8 AM to 6 PM and again from 8 PM to 12 Midnight. This schedule is applicable from Monday to Saturday.

Yes, in 2026, public parking in Dubai remains free on Sundays and official public holidays. The Road and Transport Authority (RTA) schedule for paid parking typically runs from Monday to Saturday, usually from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM. This "Sunday Free" rule applies to most standard street parking and RTA-managed surface lots across the city. However, there are two major exceptions for 2026 travelers: first, privately operated parking structures (like those in apartment complexes or specialized commercial buildings) set their own fees and almost never offer free parking on Sundays. Second, "Zone F" and certain high-demand zones like Dubai Media City may have unique rules, though they generally follow the Sunday free policy. For those visiting major malls like Dubai Mall or Mall of the Emirates, parking is often free for the first 4 hours on weekdays and completely free on weekends, including Sundays.