Eid al-Adha
Eid al-Adha (Id ul-Adha) is an Islamic festival falling on the 10th day of the month of Dhul Hijja (Thou al-Hijja) to commemorate the willingness of Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son.
For Muslims around the world, Eid ul Fitr marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting and prayer. It is one of the largest and most important celebrations in the Islamic calendar.
Is Eid al-Fitr a Public Holiday?
Eid al-Fitr is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
Eid ul Fitr is a time to share great food with family and friends.
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About Eid al-Fitr
Read more about Eid al-Fitr.Eid al-Fitr Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Wed | 5 Jun | Eid al-Fitr | National holiday |
| 2020 | Sun | 24 May | Eid al-Fitr | National holiday |
| 2021 | Thu | 13 May | Eid al-Fitr | National holiday |
| 2022 | Mon | 2 May | Eid al-Fitr | National holiday |
| 2023 | Sat | 22 Apr | Eid al-Fitr | National holiday |
| 2024 | Wed | 10 Apr | Eid al-Fitr (Tentative Date) | National holiday |
| 2025 | Mon | 31 Mar | Eid al-Fitr (Tentative Date) | National holiday |
| 2026 | Fri | 20 Mar | Eid al-Fitr (Tentative Date) | National holiday |
| 2027 | Wed | 10 Mar | Eid al-Fitr (Tentative Date) | National holiday |
| 2028 | Sun | 27 Feb | Eid al-Fitr (Tentative Date) | National holiday |
| 2029 | Thu | 15 Feb | Eid al-Fitr (Tentative Date) | National holiday |
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