Eid al-Adha

Nationwide public holiday in Libya · عيد الأضحى

Next Eid al-Adha

Sunday, 16 May 2027

Estimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced

Dates

YearDateWeekdayNotes
202627 MayWednesdayNationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced
202628 MayThursdayNationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced
202629 MayFridayNationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced
202716 MaySundayNationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced
202717 MayMondayNationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced
202718 MayTuesdayNationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced

Where it applies

Everywhere in Libya.

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

Sat 15 May – Tue 18 May is a 4-day weekend with no leave needed.

Plan more breaks with the leave planner.

Typical weather in Tripoli around 16 May: high 25°C (77°F), low 19°C (66°F), rain on 3% of days.

Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Tripoli. Past averages, not a forecast.

Coming up next in Libya

Islamic New Year Day

Sunday, 6 June 2027

Eid al-Adha in other countries

More for Libya

Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.