When Is Eid Al Adha 2025? Dates To Bookmark For The Upcoming UAE Long Weekend
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Eid Al Adha , one of the most meaningful dates in the Islamic calendar, is fast approaching – and so is one of the UAE's most anticipated public holidays.
Whether you're planning a chic city staycation, a spontaneous getaway, or a few well-deserved slow days with loved ones, all eyes are on the calendar as we wait for the official announcement. So, when exactly is Eid?
As with all Islamic holidays, Eid Al Adha dates are based on the lunar calendar and depend on the sighting of the moon. But thanks to astronomical forecasts, we already have a strong idea of what to expect. A four-day break is on the horizon
According to the UAE's official holiday calendar, Eid Al Adha 2025 is expected to bring a four-day break in June, starting with Arafat Day on Thursday, June 5, followed by Eid Al Adha celebrations from Friday, June 6 to Sunday, June 8.
If the lunar month of Dhu Al Qa'dah is extended to 30 days instead of 29, the break could shift by a day, starting on Friday, June 6 and ending on Monday, June 9. What is Eid Al Adha & Arafat Day?
Known as the Festival of Sacrifice, Eid Al Adha honours the story of Prophet Ibrahim and is a time of spiritual reflection, charity, and community. The day begins with a special Eid prayer, followed by gatherings, charity, and traditional meals. Many families also take part in Qurbani, the symbolic sacrifice of an animal, with portions donated to those in need.
Arafat Day, falling on the 9th of Dhu Al Hijjah, is the most sacred day of the Hajj pilgrimage, when millions gather on the plains of Mount Arafat in Mecca. For those not performing Hajj, it's a day of fasting, prayer, and spiritual renewal. Planning ahead
While we await official confirmation, expected around May 27, once the moon is sighted, it's looking likely that the Eid break will fall from June 5 to 8, 2025. That gives plenty of time to plan a long weekend away, reserve a table at your favourite Eid brunch, or simply prepare for some downtime.
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