Eid ul-Adha Holidays 2025 in Pakistan: Dates and Celebrations
What is Eid ul-Adha?
Eid ul-Adha, also known as the “Festival of Sacrifice,” is one of the most significant Islamic holidays celebrated by Muslims worldwide. It honors the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God, before God provided a ram as a substitute. The festival includes prayers, feasting, and the ritual sacrifice of animals.
Official Eid ul-Adha Holidays in Pakistan 2025
The Government of Pakistan typically announces official public holidays for Eid ul-Adha a few days before the festival. For 2025, Eid ul-Adha is expected to fall on, with holidays lasting approximately 3 to 4 days across the country. These holidays give families time to prepare, celebrate, and visit loved ones.
How Pakistan Celebrates Eid ul-Adha
Eid ul-Adha celebrations in Pakistan are marked by:
- Special Prayers: Muslims gather at mosques and open grounds for the Eid prayer, a key ritual that brings the community together.
- Animal Sacrifice: Families perform Qurbani (sacrifice) of goats, sheep, cows, or camels, distributing meat to family, friends, and those in need.
- Feasts and Family Gatherings: Traditional dishes are prepared, and relatives visit each other to share meals and exchange greetings.
- Charity and Generosity: Helping the poor and needy is an important part of Eid ul-Adha, with many donating meat, clothes, and money.
Travel and Public Life During Eid Holidays
The Eid holidays lead to increased travel as people return to their hometowns or visit family. Transport services, markets, and restaurants adjust their hours, and government offices typically remain closed during this period.
