# Eid al-Adha 2026 UK — Date & Qurbani | UK Prayer Times > Eid al-Adha 2026 in the UK is expected on Wednesday, 27 May 2026 (10 Dhul-Hijjah 1447), subject to moon sighting. Eid prayer guide, Qurbani (Udhiyah) and… *Source: https://prayer-times.co.uk/eid-al-adha-2026 · Independent, free UK prayer times.* --- Independent · Free · No adverts · No tracking [🌙 28 Safar 1448 AH](/hijri-date "Islamic (Hijri) date — click to convert") [UK Prayer Times](/) [Home](/) [Mosques](/mosques) [Jummah](/jummah) [Calendar](/islamic-calendar) [Answers](/answers) [Guides](/blog) Dhul-Hijjah 1447 AH · United Kingdom # Eid al-Adha 2026 in the UK Quick Answer Eid al-Adha 2026 (10 Dhul-Hijjah 1447) is expected on Wednesday, 27 May 2026, subject to moon sighting. UK Prayer Times covers the expected date, Eid prayer guide, Qurbani (Udhiyah) and key Hajj dates including the Day of Arafah for Muslims in the UK. Last updated 11 August 2026 Date, prayer guide, Qurbani (Udhiyah) and the key Hajj dates for Eid al-Adha 2026 (1447 AH). **This event has passed** — next Eid al-Fitr expected 9 March 2027 (expected 1 Shawwal 1448), subject to moon sighting. [Eid prayer times guide →](/eid-prayer-times) Expected date (subject to moon sighting) Wednesday, 27 May 2026 10 Dhul-Hijjah 1447 AH The ten days ## Key dates — Dhul-Hijjah 1447 1. Start of Dhul-Hijjah — the sacred month begins 1 Dhul-Hijjah Monday, 18 May 2026 2. Yawm at-Tarwiyah — pilgrims set out for Mina 8 Dhul-Hijjah Monday, 25 May 2026 3. Day of Arafah — the standing at Arafah (fasting recommended for non-pilgrims) 9 Dhul-Hijjah Tuesday, 26 May 2026 4. Eid al-Adha — Day of Sacrifice (Qurbani / Udhiyah) 10 Dhul-Hijjah Wednesday, 27 May 2026 5. Days of Tashreeq — continued remembrance and sacrifice 11–13 Dhul-Hijjah from 28 May 2026 All dates are expected and depend on the sighting of the new moon — see [how Islamic dates are decided](/moon-sighting). In congregation ## Eid al-Adha prayer guide Salat al-Eid is two rak'ahs with additional Takbeers, prayed in congregation — often outdoors or in a large hall. It is Wajib (obligatory) according to the Hanafi school and an emphasised Sunnah for others. - Prayed shortly after sunrise (about 15–20 minutes after) up until just before Dhuhr. - No Adhan or Iqamah is called for the Eid prayer. - Twelve extra Takbeers — seven in the first rak'ah, five in the second. - Followed by two khutbahs (sermons). - Make Ghusl, wear your best clothes, and eat _after_ the prayer (unlike Eid al-Fitr). The sacrifice ## Qurbani (Udhiyah) 2026 Qurbani (Arabic: قُرْبَانِي), or Udhiyah, is the sacrifice of a permitted animal during the days of Eid al-Adha, commemorating Prophet Ibrahim's (AS) devotion. It is Wajib on every sane adult Muslim who possesses wealth above the Nisab. The meat is divided into three parts: one for the family, one for relatives and friends, and one for those in need. Qurbani can be given through a registered, trustworthy charity of your choice that arranges the sacrifice and distributes the meat to families in need. ## Eid al-Adha 2026 — frequently asked questions When is Eid al-Adha 2026 in the UK? Eid al-Adha 2026 (10 Dhul-Hijjah 1447) is expected on Wednesday, 27 May 2026, subject to the sighting of the Dhul-Hijjah moon. The date can vary by a day between communities — confirm with your local mosque. When is the Day of Arafah 2026? The Day of Arafah (9 Dhul-Hijjah) is expected on Tuesday, 26 May 2026 — the day before Eid al-Adha. Fasting on the Day of Arafah is highly recommended for those not performing Hajj. What is Qurbani (Udhiyah)? Qurbani (Udhiyah) is the sacrifice of a permitted animal during the days of Eid al-Adha, commemorating the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (AS) to sacrifice his son. The meat is traditionally divided into three: one share for the family, one for relatives and friends, and one for those in need. How is the Eid al-Adha prayer performed? Salat al-Eid is two rak'ahs with extra Takbeers (seven in the first rak'ah, five in the second), prayed in congregation shortly after sunrise with no Adhan or Iqamah, followed by two khutbahs (sermons). Unlike Eid al-Fitr, it is recommended to eat after the Eid prayer rather than before. How is Eid al-Adha different from Eid al-Fitr? Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan and the fast, while Eid al-Adha falls in Dhul-Hijjah, coincides with the Hajj pilgrimage, and is marked by the Qurbani sacrifice. Eid al-Adha is the larger of the two Eids and lasts up to four days. 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