When Is Eid al-Adha in 2025, 2026 ... 2030?

Eid al-Adha 2025 will begin on the evening of Friday, June 6th, and end on the evening of Sunday, June 8th.

Eid al-Adha, also known as the Feast of Sacrifice, is a significant annual Islamic festival. The holiday commemorates the obedience and faith of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham), who demonstrated selfless devotion to God. On this day, Muslim communities engage in prayers, charitable giving, and sharing festive meals, emphasizing the values of faith, sacrifice, and social responsibility.

When Is Eid al-Adha 2025?

Eid al-Adha 2025 is expected to start at sunset on Friday, June 6th, and end at sunset on Sunday, June 8th.

The dates of Eid al-Adha and all Muslim festivals are based on the lunar Islamic calendar. As the Islamic calendar is different from the Gregorian calendar, the festival date changes every year.

• 2025 date: Friday, June 6th

How Long Is the Eid al-Adha Holiday in 2025?

The Eid al-Adha holiday celebrations typically last for 3–4 days. However, the duration of celebrations can vary depending on the country. During the holiday, businesses and shops may close. 

In Egypt, the Eid al-Adha celebration lasts for 3 days from June 6th to 8th, 2025. The first full day, June 8th, is a public holiday where people have the day off. Schools and most businesses are closed.

In Turkey, the festival is known as Kurban Bayramı and is celebrated for 4–5 days as a public holiday. During this time, many Turkish people travel to their hometowns, which leads to big cities and tourist attractions being less crowded. Government offices, banks, some supermarkets, and restaurants will be closed during the holiday period.

In Saudi Arabia, the holiday lasts for 3 days — from Friday, June 6th until Sunday, June 8th, 2025.

Eid al-Adha is not recognized as a public holiday in the United States. It is only celebrated by Muslim communities. However, during the festival, some Muslim-run businesses and shops may choose to close or operate with shortened business hours.

Eid al-Adha Dates for 2025, 2026, ... 2030

The start date for Eid al-Adha is based on the Islamic calendar. The Islamic calendar is a lunar-based calendar, which retreats by 10 to 12 days per year on the solar-based Gregorian calendar. Therefore, the date for the festival is different each year. See below the likely start dates for Eid al-Adha in 2024, 2025, 2026... up to 2030.

Where Is Eid al-Adha Celebrated?

Eid al-Adha is celebrated in Muslim countries and Muslim communities in various non-Muslim countries. It is observed in countries across the Middle East, such as Egypt, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia, as well as in countries with significant Muslim populations in Asia, such as Pakistan, the Philippines, and Indonesia.

How Many Eids Are There in 2025?

In 2025, there will be two Eids: Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha. Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting. In 2025, it will take place from March 30 th to 31st. Eid al-Adha symbolizes sacrifice and faith in Allah, highlighting obedience to His will. The festival coincides with the final rituals of the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. Eid al-Adha will fall between June 6th and 8th.

How Are the Dates of Eid al-Adha Determined?

The dates of Eid al-Adha are determined by the Islamic lunar calendar. This calendar follows a different method to the solar-based Gregorian calendar that we commonly use.

Islamic months begin with the sighting of a new moon. The beginning of each month is determined by the observation of the crescent moon. A lunar month is approximately 29½ days long, so, in the Islamic calendar, months are 29 or 30 days.

Eid al-Adha falls on the 10th day of the Islamic month of Dhul al-Hijjah, which is the last month of the lunar calendar. Once the new moon is spotted, the start of Dhul al-Hijjah is announced.

However, it's important to note that the timing of moon sightings may vary in different places and can be influenced by weather conditions. As a result, there may be slight differences in the festival dates among different regions or countries.

Islamic authorities often announce the start of Dhu al-Hijjah and the date of Eid al-Adha based on moon sighting reports or calculations. This ensures that Muslims across the world can celebrate this significant event together.

Why Are the Dates of Eid al-Adha Different Each Year?

The dates of Eid al-Adha are based on the Islamic calendar, occurring during the last Islamic month, Dhu al-Hijja.

The Islamic calendar is based on the moon's orbit of the Earth while the Gregorian calendar is based on the Earth's orbit of the sun. There is a difference of 11–12 days between a year of 12 lunar months (354 days) and a Gregorian year of 365 or 366 days. An early moon rise or sighting may make the year-to-year difference 10 days.

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