When will Eidul Adha fall in Pakistan?

Pakistan is expected to observe Eid-ul-Adha on Saturday, June 7, 2025, according to initial astronomical assessments.

The final date will be confirmed by the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee after the official moon sighting.

In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), however, Eid-ul-Adha is likely to fall a day earlier, on Friday, June 6. This prediction comes from the Emirates Astronomy Society, which anticipates the Zil Hajj moon will be visible on the evening of May 27, indicating that Zil Hajj will begin on May 28.

Astronomical data suggests the moon will rise at 7:02 AM and remain visible for around 38 minutes after sunset, improving the chances of a successful sighting.

However, experts emphasised that the final determination remains subject to local observations.

The UAE has already scheduled public holidays from the 9th to the 12th of Zil Hajj, giving citizens a four-day Eid break.

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Eid-ul-Adha, or the Festival of Sacrifice, is one of Islam’s most significant religious celebrations. It honors Prophet Ibrahim’s (Abraham's) willingness to sacrifice his son in submission to God’s will.

Muslims around the world mark the occasion with prayers, the sacrifice of livestock, and the distribution of meat to family, friends, and those in need, reinforcing the values of faith, charity, and unity.