Bakrid 2026: Is Eid Ul Adha on May 27 or 28? Check correct date to celebrate Bakra Eid

Eid Ul Adha is celebrated as Bakra Eid, which is the major festival that is celebrated by Muslims across the globe. This year, Bakrid is going to be celebrated on May 28, 2026 after the crescent moon marking the beginning of Dhul Hijjah was not sighted on the anticipated date. Various state governments updated their holiday calendar. The date is usually decided according to the Islamic calendar that depends upon the sighting of the crescent moon.

Eid Ul Adha 2026: Date?

Finally, The prominent Muslim festival is going to be celebrated on May 28, 2026.

No more confusions about the celebration of Bakra Eid:

Earlier, authorities predicted that Bakra Eid might be celebrated on 27th May but Dhul Hijjah moon was not visible in many parts of India so religious authorities confirmed the date later. Now, the country will celebrate the Eid Ul Adha on May 28, 2026.

Bakrid Date in Gulf countries:

Various Gulf countries such as Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, Indonesia are celebrating today, Eid Ul Adha on May 27, 2026.

Eid Ul Adha 2026: Significance

Bakrid is also celebrated as Eid ul Adha. This day honors Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to offer his son as a sacrifice in response to Allah's instruction, proving his steadfast loyalty to Allah. The devil is believed to have tempted him, but he was so devoted to Allah that nothing could stop him from making the sacrifice. Allah offered a sheep to be sacrificed in lieu of his son as a token of appreciation for his loyalty. Eid al-Adha, often called the "Festival of Sacrifice," honors Prophet Ibrahim's faithfulness and dedication to God. The celebration represents dedication, faith, and total surrender to the will of God. It is also one of the holiest times as per Islamic calendar because it falls during the yearly Hajj journey to Mecca, one of the five pillars of Islam. People share greetings and gifts in addition to providing food, clothing, and money to those in need. Giving Eidi is a significant Eid tradition, as all the children get ready, wear nice traditional clothes and first celebrate it with the family members by enjoying food. Sweets are distributed to family, friends, and neighbours.