Public Holiday
Pakistan
Also: Bakrid, Eid ul-Zuha
Pakistan
Also: Bakrid, Eid ul-ZuhaEid al-Adha 2021
Tuesday 20 July 2021
1918 days ago | 4-day long weekend: Sat, 17 Jul - Tue, 20 Jul 2021 (take Mon off)
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