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  • Published: Tue May 27, 2025, 9:10 AM

UAE, Saudi confirm first day of Eid Al Adha after Dhul Hijjah Moon spotted

By:Poojaraj ManiyeriElizabeth GonzalesSM Ayaz ZakirMeher DhanjalJames Jose
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Summary

  • As the Dhul Hijjah Moon was sighted in the UAE, residents can look forward to Eid Al Adha celebrations on Friday, June 6.
  • Preparations for the festival of sacrifice are underway around the world.
  • Residents of some countries will get up to 5-day break for the festival.
  • 8:18 PM, May 27, 2025

    Dhul Hijjah crescent spotted in UAE

  • 11:42 PM, May 28, 2025

    Keep reading Khaleej Times

  • 8:59 PM, May 28, 2025

    These countries will celebrate on June 7

  • 7:46 PM, May 28, 2025

    Dhul Hijjah Moon sighted in New Zealand

  • 7:04 PM, May 28, 2025

    Bangladesh to celebrate Eid Al Adha on June 7

  • 6:43 PM, May 28, 2025

    Why is Eid Al Adha known as Bakrid in India?

  • 6:01 PM, May 28, 2025

    Crescent sighted in India, Eid Al Adha on June 7

  • 5:31 PM, May 28, 2025

    These countries will celebrate on June 6

  • 1:07 PM, May 28, 2025

    Public sector holidays

  • 10:35 AM, May 28, 2025

    Missed the Moon?

  • 10:19 AM, May 28, 2025

    Many yet to announce

  • 11:33 PM, May 27, 2025

    Stay tuned for fresh updates!

  • 11:16 PM, May 27, 2025

    Do Muslims fast on Eid Al Adha?

  • 10:39 PM, May 27, 2025

    Exclusive sneak peek

  • 10:18 PM, May 27, 2025

    Dhul Hijjah in Qatar starts May 28

  • 9:57 PM, May 27, 2025

    KT's exclusive access to Moon sighting

  • 9:21 PM, May 27, 2025

    4-day holiday in Saudi announced

  • 9:14 PM, May 27, 2025

    Pakistan marks Dhul Hijjah on May 29

  • 8:50 PM, May 27, 2025

    Eid Al Adha is more than just a celebration

  • 8:25 PM, May 27, 2025

    Moon sighted in Australia

  • 8:01 PM, May 27, 2025

    Has Dhul Hijjah Moon been spotted in UAE?

  • 7:53 PM, May 27, 2025

    Crescent likely to be spotted in UAE

  • 7:44 PM, May 27, 2025

    Saudi sights Dhul Hijjah crescent

  • 7:42 PM, May 27, 2025

    Crucial 38-minute window

  • 7:39 PM, May 27, 2025

    The search begins

  • 7:37 PM, May 27, 2025

    Clear Saudi skies

  • 7:37 PM, May 27, 2025

    Moon sighted in Oman

  • 7:25 PM, May 27, 2025

    When is a crescent sighting considered valid?  

  • 7:10 PM, May 27, 2025

    UAE prepares for Moon sighting

  • 7:07 PM, May 27, 2025

    Challenging Moon sighting ahead

  • 7:00 PM, May 27, 2025

    Exceptional approach to Moon sighting

  • 6:30 PM, May 27, 2025

    Shortened prayers in Saudi

  • 6:12 PM, May 27, 2025

    Saudi begins preparations

  • 6:06 PM, May 27, 2025

    KT joins UAE Moon sighting team

  • 6:00 PM, May 27, 2025

    Moon not sighted in Brunei

  • 5:48 PM, May 27, 2025

    Malaysia celebrates on June 7

  • 5:40 PM, May 27, 2025

    Exhibition tour

  • 5:33 PM, May 27, 2025

    Indonesia announces Dhul Hijjah

  • 5:25 PM, May 27, 2025

    Why choose a licensed slaughterhouse?

  • 4:54 PM, May 27, 2025

    Difference between Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha 

  • 4:29 PM, May 27, 2025

    Preparation underway

  • 4:15 PM, May 27, 2025

    Official announcement soon

  • 4:02 PM, May 27, 2025

    Slightly cooler conditions expected

  • 3:41 PM, May 27, 2025

    When is the next holiday?

  • 3:21 PM, May 27, 2025

    Looking forward to Eidiya?

  • 2:58 PM, May 27, 2025

    Why is Mount Arafat sacred?

  • 2:47 PM, May 27, 2025

    Saudi calls for crescent sighting

  • 2:24 PM, May 27, 2025

    Turn holiday into 9-day break

  • 2:03 PM, May 27, 2025

    Extra day off for Oman?

  • 1:44 PM, May 27, 2025

    Step-by-step guide for Hajj

  • 1:27 PM, May 27, 2025

    Last 5 years' break

  • 1:10 PM, May 27, 2025

    Travel deals for Eid

  • 12:50 PM, May 27, 2025

    Staycation with savings

  • 12:37 PM, May 27, 2025

    Dhul Qidah crescent

  • 12:22 PM, May 27, 2025

    Slaughterhouses ready for Eid

  • 12:02 PM, May 27, 2025

    Festival of sacrifice

  • 11:42 AM, May 27, 2025

    Photos: New Kiswa raised on Kaaba

  • 11:23 AM, May 27, 2025

    Hajj preparations

  • 11:04 AM, May 27, 2025

    Last year's Dhul Hijjah crescent

  • 10:51 AM, May 27, 2025

    From telescopes to computer predictions

  • 10:34 AM, May 27, 2025

    Flying out for Eid?

  • 10:25 AM, May 27, 2025

    5-day holiday in some countries

  • 10:09 AM, May 27, 2025

    Decorating animals

  • 9:59 AM, May 27, 2025

    Eid likely dates

  • 9:47 AM, May 27, 2025

    Prayers on Mount Arafat

  • 9:38 AM, May 27, 2025

    Holidays for Eid

  • 9:32 AM, May 27, 2025

    How Eid dates are decided

  • 9:23 AM, May 27, 2025

    Spotted crescent? Report it

  • 9:17 AM, May 27, 2025

    Why moon sighting?

  • 9:10 AM, May 27, 2025

    Time to look up