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Eid-e-Ghorban (Feast of Sacrifice) 2025 in Iran

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 Eid-e-Ghorban (Feast of Sacrifice) a Public Holiday?

Eid-e-Ghorban (Feast of 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 金曜日, and some businesses may choose to follow 金曜日 opening hours.

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

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About Eid-e-Ghorban (Feast of Sacrifice)

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Eid-e-Ghorban (Feast of Sacrifice) Observances

YearWeekdayDateNameHoliday Type
2020金曜日7月31日 (金)Eid-e-Ghorban (Feast of Sacrifice)National Holiday
2021火曜日7月20日 (火)Eid-e-Ghorban (Feast of Sacrifice)National Holiday
2022日曜日7月10日 (日)Eid-e-Ghorban (Feast of Sacrifice)National Holiday
2023木曜日6月29日 (木)Eid-e-Ghorban (Feast of Sacrifice)National Holiday
2024月曜日6月17日 (月)Eid-e-Ghorban (Feast of Sacrifice)National Holiday
2025金曜日6月6日 (金)Eid-e-Ghorban (Feast of Sacrifice) (Tentative Date)National Holiday
2026水曜日5月27日 (水)Eid-e-Ghorban (Feast of Sacrifice) (Tentative Date)National Holiday
2027月曜日5月17日 (月)Eid-e-Ghorban (Feast of Sacrifice) (Tentative Date)National Holiday
2028金曜日5月5日 (金)Eid-e-Ghorban (Feast of Sacrifice) (Tentative Date)National Holiday
2029火曜日4月24日 (火)Eid-e-Ghorban (Feast of Sacrifice) (Tentative Date)National Holiday
2030土曜日4月13日 (土)Eid-e-Ghorban (Feast of Sacrifice) (Tentative Date)National Holiday

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