Public Holiday
Sri Lanka
Also: Bakrid, Eid ul-Zuha
Sri Lanka
Also: Bakrid, Eid ul-ZuhaEid al-Adha 2023
Thursday 29 June 2023
1209 days ago | 4-day long weekend: Thu, 29 Jun - Sun, 2 Jul 2023 (take Fri off)
About
Held on 10 Dhul Hijjah, during the Hajj pilgrimage. The date depends on moon sighting.
Significance
Honours Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to God.
How it is celebrated
- Eid prayer
- Qurbani, with the meat shared among family, neighbours and the poor
- Festive meals