Eid al-Adha
Nationwide public holiday in Egypt · عيد الأضحى المبارك
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 27 May | Wednesday | NationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced |
| 2026 | 28 May | Thursday | NationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced |
| 2026 | 29 May | Friday | NationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced |
| 2027 | 16 May | Sunday | NationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced |
| 2027 | 17 May | Monday | NationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced |
| 2027 | 18 May | Tuesday | NationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Egypt.
Is it a day off?
Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.
Make it longer
Fri 14 May – Tue 18 May is a 5-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Cairo around 16 May: high 36°C (96°F), low 18°C (64°F), rain on 0% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Cairo. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Sunday 16 May in Cairo: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Egypt
Friday, 23 July 2027
Eid al-Adha in other countries
Algeria
Benin
Burkina Faso
Burundi
Cameroon
Central African Republic
Chad
Comoros
Djibouti
Eritrea
Ethiopia
Gabon
More for Egypt
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.