What is Eid al-Adha?
Eid al-Adha is the “Festival of Sacrifice” in Islam. It commemorates the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice in obedience to God, and is observed with prayers, charity, and the distribution of meat to those in need.
Eid al-Adha 2026 Event Dates
Eid al-Adha follows the Islamic lunar calendar and is observed on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah.
Estimated Date: 27 May 2026
End date: 29 May 2026
How Eid is observed
The day begins with Eid prayer, followed by animal sacrifice (Qurbani), charity distribution, family gatherings, and shared meals.
Why dates may differ
Eid al-Adha depends on the sighting of the lunar month of Dhu al-Hijjah, so dates may vary slightly between countries and regions.