Eid al-Adha 2025: When is it, do's and don'ts for Bakrid
One of the most important festivals celebrated by Muslims across the world,
Eid al-Adha
will mark the day when Prophet Ibrahim showed his willingness to sacrifice his son to Allah. But Allah intervened and provided a ram to sacrifice instead, as per Islamic beliefs. And so, this day is also called the
Festival of Sacrifice
.
Eid al-Adha is commonly known as
Bakrid
because of the tradition of
sacrificing a goat or sheep
during the celebration. The term "bakri" means goat in many local languages, which is why the festival is often referred to as Bakrid. It highlights both the spirit of sacrifice and devotion that the occasion represents.
Eid al-Adha falls on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the final month of the
Islamic lunar calendar
, and coincides with the completion of the annual
Hajj pilgrimage
in Mecca. The festival typically lasts for three days and begins with a special congregational prayer at the mosque.
"As the celebration lasts for 3 days, if Eid-al Adha begins at sunset on 6th June 2025 (depending on the sighting of the moon), it will end on 9th June 2025," as per Islamicrelief.org.
To help one celebrate the festival, here we list some do's and don'ts one should keep in mind for Eid al-Adha:
Do's
1. Start the day with Eid Prayer (Salat al-Eid)
Begin the day early with a special congregational prayer offered shortly after sunrise.
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It's a moment to come together with the community, give thanks to Allah for all he has given, and reflect on the values of faith and obedience shown by Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham).
2. Offer the Qurbani (Sacrifice)
One of the most important part of Eid al-Adha is the Qurbani— which is sacrificing a goat, sheep, cow, or camel to honour Prophet Ibrahim's devotion to Allah. The meat is then divided into three parts: one for the family, one part is for friends, and the third part is given to those in need, thus emphasising generosity and equality.
3. Distribute food and charity
On Eid al-Adha, make it a priority to share your blessings with others. Apart from distributing a portion of the sacrificed meat to the poor, people also give Zakat or other forms of charity to help the needy. It's a key way to spread joy and keep the spirit of the festival alive.
4. Spend time with loved ones
Eid is a time for unity. So celebrate this day by visiting family and friends, and spending time with loved ones.
Share festive meals, and exchange greetings and love with them. Strengthening bonds and celebrating together deepens the meaning of the occasion.
5. Reflect and express your gratitude
Take time to reflect on the values of sacrifice, faith, and gratitude. Offer prayers, read the Qur'an, and engage in self-improvement. Eid al-Adha is not just about celebration but also about spiritual renewal.
Don'ts for Eid al-Adha
1. Don't neglect the poor and needy
One of the most important parts of Eid al-Adha celebrations is generosity and giving to those in need.
So, don't keep all the sacrificial meat for yourself— and do ensure that a significant portion is shared with the underprivileged. Ignoring this defeats the spirit of the festival. This also means that one should refrain from wasting food or resources.
2. Don't forget the spiritual meaning of the festival
Eid al-Adha is more than just a festival of food and gatherings. Don't let the celebrations overshadow the lessons of faith, sacrifice, and submission to God's will.
3. Don't be wasteful in spending
Avoid overspending on clothes, decorations, or lavish gifts. While it's great to celebrate, keep your expenses in balance and focus on meaningful giving.
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