Eid al-Adha Holiday
Nationwide public holiday in Saudi Arabia · عطلة عيد الأضحى
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 27 May | Wednesday | Nationwide |
| 2026 | 28 May | Thursday | Nationwide |
| 2026 | 29 May | Friday | Nationwide |
| 2026 | 31 May | Sunday | Eid al-Adha Holiday (observed) Observed day off for Eid al-Adha Holiday (Fri 29 May) |
| 2027 | 16 May | Sunday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 17 May | Monday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 18 May | Tuesday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 19 May | Wednesday | Eid al-Adha Holiday (observed) Observed day off for Eid al-Adha Holiday (Tue 18 May) |
Observed days are days off given instead of, or as well as, the holiday's own date, for example when it falls on a weekend or the law moves it to a Monday.
Where it applies
Everywhere in Saudi Arabia.
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 – Wed 19 May is a 6-day weekend with no leave needed.
Take Thursday 20 May off and get 9 days in a row (Fri 14 May – Sat 22 May).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Riyadh around 16 May: high 40°C (103°F), low 24°C (75°F), rain on 0% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Riyadh. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Sunday 16 May in Riyadh: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Saudi Arabia
Thursday, 23 September 2027
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.