Eid al-Adha, also known as Bakrid, is expected to be observed on June 6, 2025 [1].
The date of the celebration is critical for millions of Muslims worldwide who coordinate religious rites and public holidays based on the lunar calendar. Because the holiday depends on the sighting of the crescent moon, official dates can vary slightly between different regions and national moon-sighting committees.
Reports indicate that the observation for Islamic nations, specifically including India and Saudi Arabia, points toward June 6, 2025 [1]. This date marks the culmination of the Hajj pilgrimage and the start of the festival of sacrifice. The timing of the holiday is determined by the sighting of the moon for the month of Zil Hajj.
In Saudi Arabia, the sighting is central to the management of the Hajj pilgrimage, where millions of worshippers gather in Mecca. In India, the date influences public holiday schedules, and community celebrations across various states. The coordination between these nations often depends on the verification of the moon's visibility by religious authorities.
While the projected date is June 6, 2025 [1], the final confirmation typically occurs after the official moon-sighting committee meets to verify the lunar phase. This process ensures that the religious community remains in alignment with the traditional lunar calendar.
“Eid al-Adha, also known as Bakrid, is expected to be observed on June 6, 2025.”
The reliance on lunar sightings means that while astronomical projections provide a likely date, the actual start of Eid al-Adha remains subject to official religious verification. This creates a window of uncertainty that affects international travel, government holiday declarations, and the logistics of the Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia.
