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Eid al-Adha 2025 in Iraq

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 al-Adha a Public Holiday?

Eid al-Adha 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 al-Adha

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Eid al-Adha Observances

YearWeekdayDateNameHoliday Type
2020金曜日7月31日 (金)Eid al-AdhaNational holiday
2021火曜日7月20日 (火)Eid al-AdhaNational holiday
2022土曜日7月9日 (土)Eid al-AdhaNational holiday
2023水曜日6月28日 (水)Eid al-AdhaNational holiday
2024日曜日6月16日 (日)Eid al-Adha (Tentative Date)National holiday
2025金曜日6月6日 (金)Eid al-Adha (Tentative Date)National holiday
2026水曜日5月27日 (水)Eid al-Adha (Tentative Date)National holiday
2027日曜日5月16日 (日)Eid al-Adha (Tentative Date)National holiday
2028金曜日5月5日 (金)Eid al-Adha (Tentative Date)National holiday
2029火曜日4月24日 (火)Eid al-Adha (Tentative Date)National holiday
2030土曜日4月13日 (土)Eid al-Adha (Tentative Date)National holiday

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