Eid-ul-Adha 2025 moon sighting LIVE: Muslims in Saudi Arabia, UAE, USA, UK, Europe gear up to sight Dhul Hijjah 1446 AH crescent at this time to finalise Hajj and Bakra Eid/Bakrid/Eid-ul-Zuha dates.

The holy month of Dhul Hijjah has officially begun as the crescent moon was sighted on the evening of May 27, 2025, in Saudi Arabia and Oman. This significant moon sighting has confirmed the Islamic calendar dates for Hajj 2025 and Eid-ul-Adha (Bakrid) 2025, two of the most sacred events in the Muslim world.

🌙 Eid-ul-Adha 2025 Date in Saudi Arabia and Oman

According to the official announcements, Eid-ul-Adha will be celebrated on Friday, June 6, 2025, in Saudi Arabia, Oman, and other Gulf countries. The Day of Arafah, which marks the climax of the annual Hajj pilgrimage, will fall on Thursday, June 5, 2025.

Muslim pilgrims from around the world will gather at Mount Arafat on this day to perform one of the most critical rituals of Hajj, standing in prayer and reflection.

đź•Ś Oman Aligns with Saudi Arabia for Bakrid 2025

Oman's Ministry of Endowments and Religious Affairs confirmed that the moon was also sighted within its territory, aligning its Islamic calendar with Saudi Arabia. Public holidays have been announced in Oman from June 5 to June 8, 2025, allowing citizens to observe and celebrate Eid-ul-Adha with their families and communities.

🌍 Eid-ul-Adha 2025 Date in India, Pakistan, and Other Countries

While Gulf nations have finalized the Eid date, countries like India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh will observe the moon on May 28, 2025. If the crescent is seen, Eid-ul-Adha will be celebrated on Saturday, June 7, 2025 in these regions. Traditionally, South Asian countries follow local moon sightings rather than those in the Middle East.

✨ Significance of Eid-ul-Adha

Known as the Festival of Sacrifice, Eid-ul-Adha commemorates the unwavering faith of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham), who was prepared to sacrifice his son in obedience to Allah’s command. In remembrance of this act, Muslims around the world perform the Qurbani (ritual animal sacrifice), distribute meat to the poor, offer special Eid prayers, and engage in charitable acts.

đź“ż Spiritual and Global Importance

Eid-ul-Adha is not just a festival—it is a time of devotion, gratitude, and generosity. It strengthens the spirit of unity among Muslims worldwide and underscores the values of sacrifice, compassion, and community service.

With dates now confirmed in Saudi Arabia and Oman, preparations for Eid are in full swing—from purchasing Qurbani animals to organizing communal prayers and family gatherings. Muslims across the globe now eagerly await the sacred celebrations of Hajj and Eid, reaffirming their spiritual connection and submission to Allah.