How many days until Eid al-Adha?
About Eid al-Adha
Eid al-Adha (عيد الأضحى), meaning 'Festival of Sacrifice,' is one of the two most important Islamic holidays. It honors the willingness of Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God, before God intervened and provided a lamb to sacrifice instead.
The holiday falls on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the last month of the Islamic lunar calendar, coinciding with the end of Hajj (the annual pilgrimage to Mecca). Muslims celebrate by performing Eid prayer, sacrificing a livestock animal (sheep, goat, cow, or camel), and distributing the meat to family, neighbors, and those in need. Like Eid al-Fitr, it is celebrated over three days.
When is Eid al-Adha?
Eid al-Adha 2027
Sunday, May 16, 2027
Eid al-Adha 2028
Friday, May 5, 2028
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of Eid al-Adha?
Eid al-Adha commemorates the story of Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God. It is also associated with the Hajj pilgrimage, one of the Five Pillars of Islam.
What is the ritual of Qurbani?
Qurbani (sacrifice) involves slaughtering a livestock animal — usually a sheep, goat, cow, or camel — and distributing the meat equally among family, neighbors, and the poor.
How many days until Eid al-Adha?
There are 216 days until Eid al-Adha (Sunday, May 16, 2027).
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