Quick answers
- When is Eid al-Adha 2012?
- Eid al-Adha 2012 is on Friday 26 October 2012 in Saudi Arabia.
- How many days until Eid al-Adha 2012?
- Eid al-Adha 2012 was 5121 days ago.
- Is Eid al-Adha a public holiday in Saudi Arabia?
- Yes. Eid al-Adha is a national public holiday in Saudi Arabia.
- When is Eid al-Adha 2013?
- Eid al-Adha 2013 is on Tuesday 15 October 2013.
- Is the date of Eid al-Adha 2012 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
Saudi Arabia