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Eid al-Adha 2026 in South Africa

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 not a public holiday. Businesses have normal 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

Year Weekday Date Name Holiday Type
2021 Wed Jul 21 Eid al-Adha Muslim
2022 Sun Jul 10 Eid al-Adha Muslim
2023 Thu Jun 29 Eid al-Adha Muslim
2024 Mon Jun 17 Eid al-Adha Muslim
2025 Sat Jun 7 Eid al-Adha Muslim
2026 Wed May 27 Eid al-Adha (Tentative Date) Muslim
2027 Mon May 17 Eid al-Adha (Tentative Date) Muslim
2028 Fri May 5 Eid al-Adha (Tentative Date) Muslim
2029 Tue Apr 24 Eid al-Adha (Tentative Date) Muslim
2030 Sun Apr 14 Eid al-Adha (Tentative Date) Muslim
2031 Thu Apr 3 Eid al-Adha (Tentative Date) Muslim

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