Eid al-Adha
Also: Eid ul-Adha, Bakrid, Feast of Sacrifice
May 16, 2027
The festival of sacrifice, commemorating Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son, marked with prayers, charitable meat distribution (qurbani), and family gatherings. Distinct from Eid al-Fitr, held roughly two months later in the Islamic calendar.
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What is Eid al-Adha?
The festival of sacrifice, commemorating Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son, marked with prayers, charitable meat distribution (qurbani), and family gatherings. Distinct from Eid al-Fitr, held roughly two months later in the Islamic calendar.
Date depends on moon sighting and can shift by a day from the widely published expected date; confirm locally with mosque announcements close to the date.
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