Eid al-Adha 2026: Public Holiday Announcements from Various Countries
Eid al-Adha 2026: List of countries that have declared a public holiday
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Eid al-Adha 2026 is set to be observed on May 27, following the sighting of the Dhul Hijjah crescent moon in Saudi Arabia. Countries like Morocco, Pakistan, Ghana, and the UAE have announced public holidays, extending the celebrations for their citizens. Morocco will observe an additional holiday on May 29, while the UAE anticipates a six-day holiday period.
- 01Saudi Arabia confirmed Eid al-Adha will be on May 27, 2026, after the sighting of the Dhul Hijjah crescent moon.
- 02Morocco has extended the Eid break to include May 29, allowing for a longer holiday for government workers.
- 03Pakistan's government has approved a three-day public holiday from May 26 to May 28, 2026.
- 04Ghana declared May 27, 2026, as a statutory public holiday for Eid al-Adha.
- 05The UAE is expected to have a six-day holiday period, starting from Arafat Day on May 26.
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Eid al-Adha 2026 is anticipated to be celebrated on May 27 following the sighting of the Dhul Hijjah crescent moon in Saudi Arabia. This announcement has prompted several countries to declare public holidays in observance of the Islamic festival. Morocco will observe an extended break, adding May 29 as an additional public holiday for government workers, allowing families more time for travel and reunions. In Pakistan, the federal government has approved a three-day public holiday from May 26 to May 28, confirmed by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. Meanwhile, Ghana has declared May 27 as a statutory public holiday for Eid al-Adha. The United Arab Emirates is also preparing for a lengthy holiday, potentially spanning six days from Arafat Day on May 26 through May 29, depending on final moon sightings. These announcements highlight the significance of Eid al-Adha in the Islamic calendar and the communal celebrations it fosters across different nations.
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The public holidays for Eid al-Adha allow citizens more time for family gatherings and religious observances, enhancing community bonds during this significant festival.
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