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Eid al-Adha is one of the holiest days in the Islamic calendar. Known as the greater Eid, this event is very spiritually significant with deep Islamic history tied to it, making it one of the most celebrated events in Islam. According to a hadith, Eid al-Adha is seen as:
“The greatest of days before Allah is the Day of Sacrifice.”
Sahih Abi Dawud
In another narration, the Prophet (peace be upon him) emphasised the superiority of Eid celebrations over other festivals.
“Allah has given you two days better than these, the day of al-Fitr and the day of al-Adha.”
Eid al-Adha is one of two blessed celebrations in Islam. The Eid al-Adha festival takes place on the 10th of Dhul Hijjah, which is the last and very sacred month of the Islamic calendar. It coincides with the virtuous pilgrimage of Hajj. The Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca is a once-in-a-lifetime obligation for Muslims and is what makes Dhul Hijjah sacred, as war is stopped and devotion to Allah (SWT) is prioritised. Alongside this, Eid al-Adha comes at the time of Qurbani, where Muslims sacrifice an animal. This is a great act of worship that’s carried out during the days of Eid to kickstart the celebrations. The sacrifice not only celebrates Eid al-Adha, but also commemorates the Prophet Ibrahim (AS) while showing devotion to Allah (SWT). Besides its religious significance, Eid al-Adha is a time for families and friends to come together, eat tasty cuisine, and give presents to children.
To prepare for Eid al-Adha 2027, it’s essential to understand what it means. Eid al-Adha is an Arabic word that means the festival of sacrifice. Also known as Qurbani Eid, Eid al-Adha comes from the story of Prophet Ibrahim (AS), who was willing to sacrifice his son for Allah (SWT). Both Ibrahim (AS) and his son, Ismail (AS), were committed to this ultimate sacrifice, showing unparalleled devotion. This commitment and loyalty were instantly rewarded by Allah (SWT) through sparing his son and sacrificing a ram in his place.
To remember Ibrahim’s (AS) commitment, Muslims sacrifice an animal during the days of Eid. This encourages every believer to show this same devotion and obedience in their lives through their actions. As well as this, Muslims are encouraged to grow their spirituality through taqwa (consciousness of God). This highlights to Muslims that it isn’t just enough to perform acts and rituals; they need to be done with awareness of Allah (SWT).
Aside from the spiritual significance of the celebration, Eid al-Adha brings a great opportunity to feed those in need. This is because Qurbani is traditionally shared with the poor along with family and friends.
The Eid al-Adha 2027 UK date is expected to fall between May 16th and May 17th, depending on the Dhul Hijjah moon sighting. Due to the Islamic calendar following the lunar cycle, it’s hard to confirm exactly when Eid al-Adha 2027 will be in the Gregorian calendar. But, every year, Eid al-Adha begins on the 10th of Dhul Hijjah in the Islamic calendar.
To help the less fortunate celebrate Eid, our team at Orphans in Need distributes your donations and Eid gifts to orphans and widowed families. Donate to one of our appeals and give the gift of joy to an orphaned child this Eid.
You can even Pay Zakat Online quickly and securely through Orphans in Need during the blessed days of Eid.
Eid al-Adha is viewed as the most important Eid celebration, which leads many to wonder how long the celebration will last in 2027. Eid al-Adha lasts for three days every year, starting as soon as the Dhul Hijjah moon is sighted. Qurbani takes place on the first day in the morning after the Eid prayers. Any animals that are sacrificed before the morning Eid prayers don’t count as Qurbani.
So, why is Eid al-Adha celebrated? This festival celebrates a lot of things, but the most important reason is to remember the story of the Prophet Ibrahim (AS). He had a dream where Allah (SWT) commanded him to sacrifice his son, which kept occurring. Due to this, he knew it was a command, so both Ibrahim and Ismail (AS) submitted to Allah’s will. They showed that their love for Allah (SWT) was far greater than for each other. Prophet Ibrahim’s (AS) unwavering devotion led him to carry out this sacrifice, and his son also showed bravery, great faith and obedience as he said:
“O my father, do as you are commanded. You will find me, if Allah wills, among the steadfast.”
[Quran 37:102
When the sacrifice began, Allah (SWT) stopped it by sending a ram down to be sacrificed instead as a reward. Ibrahim (AS) sacrificed this ram to show his devotion to Allah (SWT) and started the tradition of Qurbani.
Qurbani is another huge reason why Eid al-Adha is celebrated, as it remembers Prophet Ibrahim’s (AS) loyalty. Qurbani takes place on the 10th of Dhul Hijjah, and Muslims worldwide sacrifice either a sheep, buffalo, camel or goat. The meat is then divided into 3 equal parts. These are sent to yourself, family and friends and those in need.
Another reason why Muslims celebrate Eid al-Adha is that it reflects on the holy pilgrimage of Hajj. This pilgrimage starts before the Eid celebrations and ends on the first day of Eid. Muslims go to the holy city of Mecca to perform the pilgrimage. It’s an important part of Islam because it’s one of the Five Pillars. All adult Muslims who are able both physically and financially must perform this act of faith, and it symbolises unity, bringing Muslims from all backgrounds together to spiritually cleanse.
To celebrate Eid al-Adha, Muslims worldwide partake in acts of devotion, follow traditions and practice Sunnah to follow in the Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) footsteps. It’s also a time for family, friends and the community to get together and celebrate, while feeding the hungry.
Eid al-Adha starts with the adoration of Allah (SWT) through prayers and is then followed by Qurbani. Once this is done, loved ones gather to share a festive meal, spreading joy to one another and strengthening bonds. Before this starts, Muslims shower, dress in their best clothes and use miswak and perfume before going to their place of prayer.
Orphans in Need has made the ritual of Qurbani easy for Muslims in the UK and elsewhere. Our team accepts Qurbani donations online and uses them to purchase and sacrifice animals on the donor's behalf. Whilst the donors will not see their share, they will reap the reward of giving nutritious meals to those suffering from hunger and malnutrition.
During Eid al-Adha 2027, Muslims will follow traditions that are steeped in history and follow in the footsteps of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). In this blessed time, individuals and communities come together in celebration. After Eid prayers in congregation, the believers perform charity and Qurbani, which is shared with the vulnerable members of the community. It is Sunnah to eat after the Eid prayer on the day of Eid al-Adha to enable everyone to enjoy a hearty meal cooked with the Qurbani meat.
Other Eid al-Adha traditions include the trimming of nails and hair after the Qurbani. This is prohibited prior to the sacrifice. The Prophet (PBUH) highlighted the importance of Muslims coming together to celebrate Eid al-Adha in the following hadith.
Sahih al-Tirmidhi
