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On Eid al-Adha, Muslims demonstrate their obedience to Allah by sacrificing an animal. The holiday is inspired by a story from the Quran that is also known to Christians and Jews.
Is Eid al-Adha a Public Holiday?
This is a non-working holiday only for people who follow the Muslim faith. Public organizations, schools, and most businesses are open, though some private enterprises may have reduced hours.
Sheep are among the animals sacrificed on Eid al-Adha.
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About Eid al-Adha
Read more about Eid al-Adha.Eid al-Adha Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Tue | Aug 21 | Eid al-Adha | Muslim, Optional holiday |
| 2019 | Sun | Aug 11 | Eid al-Adha | Muslim, Optional holiday |
| 2020 | Fri | Jul 31 | Eid al-Adha | Muslim, Optional holiday |
| 2021 | Tue | Jul 20 | Eid al-Adha | Muslim, Optional holiday |
| 2022 | Sat | Jul 9 | Eid al-Adha | Muslim, Optional holiday |
| 2023 | Wed | Jun 28 | Eid al-Adha | Muslim, Optional holiday |
| 2024 | Mon | Jun 17 | Eid al-Adha (Tentative Date) | Muslim, Optional holiday |
| 2025 | Sat | Jun 7 | Eid al-Adha (Tentative Date) | Muslim, Optional holiday |
| 2026 | Wed | May 27 | Eid al-Adha (Tentative Date) | Muslim, Optional holiday |
| 2027 | Mon | May 17 | Eid al-Adha (Tentative Date) | Muslim, Optional holiday |
| 2028 | Fri | May 5 | Eid al-Adha (Tentative Date) | Muslim, Optional holiday |
While we diligently research and update our holiday dates, some of the information in the table above may be preliminary. If you find an error, please let us know.
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