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Feast of the Sacrifice 2025 in Albania

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 Feast of the Sacrifice a Public Holiday?

Feast of the Sacrifice 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 土曜日, and some businesses may choose to follow 土曜日 opening hours.

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

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Feast of the Sacrifice Observances

YearWeekdayDateNameHoliday Type
2020金曜日7月31日 (金)Feast of the SacrificeNational Holiday
2021火曜日7月20日 (火)Feast of the SacrificeNational Holiday
2022土曜日7月9日 (土)Feast of the SacrificeNational Holiday
2023水曜日6月28日 (水)Feast of the SacrificeNational Holiday
2024日曜日6月16日 (日)Feast of the SacrificeNational Holiday
2025土曜日6月7日 (土)Feast of the Sacrifice (Tentative Date)National Holiday
2026水曜日5月27日 (水)Feast of the Sacrifice (Tentative Date)National Holiday
2027月曜日5月17日 (月)Feast of the Sacrifice (Tentative Date)National Holiday
2028金曜日5月5日 (金)Feast of the Sacrifice (Tentative Date)National Holiday
2029火曜日4月24日 (火)Feast of the Sacrifice (Tentative Date)National Holiday
2030日曜日4月14日 (日)Feast of the Sacrifice (Tentative Date)National Holiday

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