On one fateful night, the Prophet Ibrahim experienced a vivid dream-vision. In the dream, God Almighty appeared before Ibrahim and commanded him to sacrifice his beloved son Ismail as an act of obedience and submission.
As Ibrahim’s devotion to God was nothing short of absolute, he took Ismail to the top of Mount Arafah and braced himself to make the ultimate sacrifice. But just as he was about to slaughter Ismail, the archangel Jibril appeared before the patriarch with a ram in tow. Jibril then revealed that Ibrahim’s faith had been vindicated and that the ram was to be sacrificed as a ransom for his son.
Reflecting on Ibrahim’s obedience, devotion and submission, Muslims around the world have since honoured Eid Adha as the Day of Sacrifice. As we draw nearer to the commemoration of this inspiring event, here are the dates, calendar and guide to celebrating Eid Adha 2025.
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Eid Adha 2025 dates and calendar
The date of Eid Adha is determined based on the moon sighting. For Eid al-Adha 2025 in UAE, it is expected to fall on 6 June.
Although the exact dates are yet to be announced, rest assured that we will promptly update this section once information becomes available.
Eid Adha 2025 public holiday in the UAE
According to the UAE government’s official calendar, the Eid al-Adha holiday for 2025 is scheduled from Thursday, 5 June to Sunday, 8 June nationwide. This allows Muslims to fulfill their religious obligations without work obligations. As Eid al-Adha is still some time away, please stay updated for any additional announcements closer to the dates.
How is Eid Adha celebrated in the UAE?
The main observance of Eid Adha in the UAE is the symbolic reenactment of Ibrahim’s obedience by sacrificing a cow, lamb, or ram. The individual or family providing the sacrifice is entitled to a third of the meat, while their friends and relatives are entitled to another third. The remaining third strictly belongs to the needy and less fortunate.
By taking part in this Feast of Sacrifice, Muslims pledge their willingness to submit to the will of the Creator not just by way of sacrificing an animal, but also by committing themselves to other acts of charity. It is customary in the UAE to donate sums of money, food and clothes to the homeless and the poor during Eid Adha.
Lastly, Emirati Muslims also take advantage of the celebration to dress up and visit family and friends offering presents in the process.
As Eid Al Adha approaches in Abu Dhabi, don’t miss out on the spectacular fireworks display set to illuminate locations across the capital. Gather the family for an unforgettable evening filled with dazzling lights and colors.
Eid al Adha prayer time
The Eid al-Adha prayer is usually held in open fields where Muslims gather to celebrate the Day of Sacrifice. Typically, the Eid prayer occurs around 10 to 15 minutes after sunrise.
Although the exact date and timing are yet to be announced, rest assured that we will promptly update this section once information becomes available.
