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Eid al-Adha 2025 in Saudi Arabia

On Eid al-Adha, Muslims demonstrate their obedience to Allah by sacrificing an animal. The holiday is inspired by a story from the Quran that is also known to Christians and Jews.

Is Eid al-Adha a Public Holiday?

Eid al-Adha is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.

In 2025, it falls on a 星期五, and some businesses may choose to follow 星期五 opening hours.

Sheep are among the animals sacrificed on Eid al-Adha.

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About Eid al-Adha

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Eid al-Adha Observances

YearWeekdayDateNameHoliday Type
2020星期五7月31日 (五)Eid al-AdhaNational Holiday
2021星期二7月20日 (二)Eid al-AdhaNational Holiday
2022星期六7月9日 (六)Eid al-AdhaNational Holiday
2023星期三6月28日 (三)Eid al-AdhaNational Holiday
2024星期日6月16日 (日)Eid al-AdhaNational Holiday
2025星期五6月6日 (五)Eid al-Adha (Tentative Date)National Holiday
2026星期三5月27日 (三)Eid al-Adha (Tentative Date)National Holiday
2027星期日5月16日 (日)Eid al-Adha (Tentative Date)National Holiday
2028星期五5月5日 (五)Eid al-Adha (Tentative Date)National Holiday
2029星期二4月24日 (二)Eid al-Adha (Tentative Date)National Holiday
2030星期六4月13日 (六)Eid al-Adha (Tentative Date)National Holiday

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