When is Eid al-Adha?
Eid al-Adha falls on the 10th of Dhul Hijjah in the Islamic calendar, during the Hajj pilgrimage; dates depend on the moon. In 2026 it falls on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, and in 2027 it's on Sunday, May 16, 2027. When this page was last updated, on October 12, 2026, there were 216 days to go, which is about 30 weeks and 6 days. The counter at the top keeps ticking down in real time on your device, so it's always current.
| Year | Date | Day of the week |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | May 27 | Wednesday |
| 2027 | May 16 | Sunday |
A little history
Eid al-Adha, the 'festival of sacrifice,' honors Prophet Ibrahim's (Abraham's) willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to God. It also coincides with the end of the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca.
How people celebrate
Families who can afford it sacrifice a sheep, goat or cow and share the meat in three parts: for the family, for relatives and friends, and for people in need. There's a special morning prayer, festive meals and lots of visiting. It usually lasts three to four days.
Closures and practical notes
It's a major public holiday across the Muslim world. Like other Islamic dates, the exact day may shift by one depending on the moon sighting where you live.
Planning tips
Because the date depends on a religious or lunar calendar, it moves around from year to year, and the exact day can change by one depending on where you live and on local announcements. Treat the dates here as a solid guide, and check with your local community for the final word.
If you're celebrating with family, book travel early. If you're not celebrating but have friends, neighbors or coworkers who are, a quick greeting or simply not scheduling a big meeting that day is a thoughtful touch.
How the countdown works
We count full calendar days from today's date to the holiday, using the clock on your own phone or computer, so it matches your local time zone. On the day itself the counter switches to the next year's date. Want to count to a birthday or deadline instead? Our days until any date page does that in one tap.
Frequently asked questions
When is Eid al-Adha 2027?
Sunday, May 16, 2027.
What day of the week is Eid al-Adha in 2027?
It's a Sunday (May 16, 2027).
Is Eid al-Adha bigger than Eid al-Fitr?
In many countries it's considered the larger of the two Eids and has a longer holiday.