Eid Al Adha in UAE: Predicted Date Announced
Eid Al Adha, one of the most significant Islamic festivals, is anticipated to commence on Friday, June 6, 2025, in the UAE, according to astronomical calculations.
Ibrahim Al Jarwan, Chairman of the Board of Directors at the Emirates Astronomical Society, indicated that the first day of Dhu Al Hijjah is likely to be Wednesday, May 28.
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The official confirmation of these dates will depend on the sighting of the new moon, which determines the start of Dhu Al Hijjah, the twelfth month in the Islamic calendar.
UAE authorities will announce the final dates following the moon sighting.
Arafat Day, which is a public holiday, is expected to occur on Thursday, June 5, 2025. This day precedes Eid Al Adha and is marked by prayers and reflection.
Eid Al Adha, also known as the “Festival of Sacrifice,” commemorates the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his son in obedience to God, a story celebrated by Muslims worldwide with prayers, charity, and the ritual sacrifice of livestock.
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