Eid al-Adha, which means “Festival of Sacrifice,” is one of the most important feasts in the Islamic calendar. Depending on when the moon is seen, Eid al-Adha is expected to start on the evening of Sunday, June 8, 2025, and end on the evening of Thursday, June 12, 2025.
This article talks about what Eid al-Adha means, how people celebrate it, what’s different about it in 2025, and answers to the most common questions people have about the event.
What does Eid al-Adha mean?
Eid al-Adha remembers the tale of the Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham), who was willing to kill his son to follow God’s orders. God gave a ram as a substitute before the sacrifice could take place. Muslims show their respect for this act of faith and devotion by praying, giving money to charity, and killing an animal in a ceremony.
Millions of Muslims go on the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca around this time, which is one of the five pillars of Islam.
The first thing people do on Eid al-Adha is worship together at mosques or open fields.
People who can afford it will sacrifice an animal, generally a sheep, goat, cow, or camel. There are three sections to the meat: one for the family, one for friends and family, and one for the needy.
Charity: The holiday’s main aim is to help people in need.
Family and Community: People often celebrate by having meals, visiting, and exchanging gifts.
New Clothes and Cleanliness: People wear their best clothes as a sign of spiritual rejuvenation.
What's Different in 2025?
Calendar change: Eid happens earlier in the Gregorian calendar each time. It falls in early June in 2025, which could mean that it falls on the same day as school or work in several nations.
transport and Hajj Logistics: After the pandemic, transport is back to normal, and there will likely be a lot of people going to Hajj, thus there may be more travel in and around Saudi Arabia.
Global Outreach: Many Muslims may use internet charity sites to practice Qurbani from afar and send meat or money to communities throughout the world that need it
Questions and Answers About Eid al-Adha 2025
What day is Eid al-Adha in 2025?
: Eid al-Adha 2025 is likely to begin on the evening of Sunday, June 8, and end on the evening of Thursday, June 12. It depends on when the moon is seen.
Is Eid al-Adha a day off for everyone?
Yes, in most countries where Muslims make up the majority. In some places, it may be honored but not an official holiday.
Who has to do the sacrifice?
Muslims who can afford it and meet specific requirements must give Qurbani. It is normally one sheep or goat per person, or a piece of a bigger animal like a cow or camel.
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