Indonesia, Malaysia, Brunei announces first day of Dhu Al Hijjah
Eid Al Adha 2026 dates, Dhu Al Hijjah moon sighting updates, Arafat Day significance and UAE holidays explained for pilgrims, families and workers.
gulfnews.comHere’s a concise update on Eid al-Adha 2026 and related dates.
- Eid al-Adha 2026 date: Most sources indicate Eid al-Adha is likely to be celebrated on Thursday, May 28, 2026, in several regions, with Saudi Arabia, UAE, and many Muslim-majority countries aligning to Dhul Hijjah observations around that period. Note: some committees and countries earlier speculated across May 27–28; final confirmations vary by moon sighting and local announcements.[2][3][4][6][8]
- Moon-sighting and official confirmations: Multiple moon-sighting authorities and Islamic councils (e.g., Saudi Arabia, UAE, India, Pakistan, Oman) were reporting on sighting progress and anticipated dates in mid-to-late May 2026, with many confirming Eid on May 27 or May 28 after crescent visibility assessments. In some regions, announcements depended on local committees and astronomical calculations, leading to slight date variations across countries.[3][6][8][10][2]
- Holidays and observances: Arafat Day and Hajj-related events were typically linked to the Dhul Hijjah calendar, with holiday schedules and workplace closures often announced by national authorities closer to the date; several sources provided guidance on expected practices and charitable giving during Eid al-Adha 2026.[5][8]
- Regional context: News coverage during May 2026 highlighted crescent sighting reports and anticipated travel/population flux due to Eid and Hajj periods, along with humanitarian guidance on Qurbani (sacrifice) and charitable contributions for the festival.[6][2][5]
Illustrative takeaway:
- If you’re planning travel or events around Eid al-Adha 2026, expect most countries to mark Eid on May 28, 2026, but verify with your local mosque or official announcements as crescent sighting results can shift dates by a day in some places.[2][3][6]
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