Arafat Day and Eid al-Adha 2026 Countdown Begins with Key Astronomical Dates
Astronomical calculations reveal preliminary dates for Arafat Day and Eid al-Adha 2026, awaiting official moon sighting confirmation.
As one of the most significant Islamic occasions approaches, Muslims worldwide begin the countdown to Arafat Day and Eid al-Adha 2026, a spiritually uplifting period filled with worship, sacrifice, and devotion.
Start of Dhul-Hijjah 2026
Astronomical predictions indicate that the first day of Dhul-Hijjah 1447 is expected to fall on Monday, May 18, 2026, pending official confirmation after moon sighting.
Arafat Day 2026
Arafat Day is expected to fall on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. It is the ninth day of Dhul-Hijjah and holds immense spiritual significance as a day of forgiveness and answered prayers.
Eid al-Adha 2026
Eid al-Adha is expected to begin on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, marking the Day of Sacrifice, followed by the days of Tashreeq continuing until the 13th of Dhul-Hijjah.
Virtues of the first ten days of Dhul-Hijjah
The first ten days of Dhul-Hijjah are among the most blessed days of the year, combining major acts of worship such as Hajj, fasting, prayer, and charity, and are highly emphasized in the Qur’an and Sunnah.
Spiritual significance
These days offer a powerful opportunity for worship, especially Arafat Day, which is regarded as one of the greatest days for forgiveness and mercy.
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