The concept of the weekend has evolved over time and gradually spread across the world.
It began in the early 19th century during the Industrial Revolution in Britain, where workers demanded a break from long workweeks.
By the 20th century, the two-day weekend—Saturday and Sunday—became standard in many Western countries, balancing religious practices and rest. In the U.S., the five-day workweek was widely adopted in the 1930s.
Over time, globalization and labor movements influenced other regions, including Asia and the Middle East, to adopt similar patterns.
Today, the weekend is a near-global institution, offering people time to rest, socialize, and pursue personal interests.
