Public Holiday United Arab Emirates Also: Bakrid, Eid ul-Zuha

Eid al-Adha 2001

Tuesday 6 March 2001

9378 days ago

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Quick answers

When is Eid al-Adha 2001?
Eid al-Adha 2001 is on Tuesday 6 March 2001 in United Arab Emirates.
How many days until Eid al-Adha 2001?
Eid al-Adha 2001 was 9378 days ago.
Is Eid al-Adha a public holiday in United Arab Emirates?
Yes. Eid al-Adha is a national public holiday in United Arab Emirates.
When is Eid al-Adha 2002?
Eid al-Adha 2002 is on Saturday 23 February 2002.
Is the date of Eid al-Adha 2001 confirmed?
Not yet. The date is calculated and will be confirmed by the official holiday list or moon sighting.

About

Held on 10 Dhul Hijjah, during the Hajj pilgrimage. The date depends on moon sighting.

Significance

Honours Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to God.

How it is celebrated

  • Eid prayer
  • Qurbani, with the meat shared among family, neighbours and the poor
  • Festive meals

Eid al-Adha in other years

YearDateDay
200016 MarchThursdayView
20016 MarchTuesdayThis page
200223 FebruarySaturdayView
200312 FebruaryWednesdayView