When is Eid al-Adha 2024 in UAE?

Get ready to mark your calendars for another extended weekend in June, as UAE astronomers have already made their predictions for the start of Eid Al Adha 2024.

Eid Al Adha holds a special place as the second and largest of the two holidays celebrated in Islam.

When is Eid al-Adha 2024 in UAE?

Families gather in joyous unity, neighborhoods buzz with excitement, and the air is filled with the aroma of sumptuous feasts. However, the exact dates of Eid Al Adha can vary, contingent upon the sighting of the moon, adding an element of anticipation and flexibility to the holiday preparations.

For the year 2024, the UAE anticipates Arafah Day, a key precursor to Eid Al Adha, falling on Sunday, June 16th, corresponding to the 9th day of Dhul Hijjah, the 12th month of the Islamic lunar calendar.

Arafah Day holds immense significance in Islamic tradition, as pilgrims gather on the plains of Arafat near Mecca, engaging in prayer and supplication. It is a day of repentance, forgiveness, and spiritual rejuvenation, symbolizing unity and equality among believers.

Following Arafah Day, the UAE will joyfully embrace Eid Al Adha on Monday, June 17th, coinciding with the 10th day of Dhul Hijjah. This auspicious occasion marks the culmination of Hajj and honors Prophet Ibrahim’s unwavering faith and obedience to Allah’s command. Central to Eid Al Adha observances is the tradition of Qurbani, or the sacrifice of livestock, symbolizing sacrifice, generosity, and gratitude.

It’s important to note that these dates are subject to revision based on the sighting of the moon, a practice deeply rooted in Islamic tradition.