Eid al-Adha 2025 : The crescent has been sighted in Saudi Arabia today, May 26, marking the start of Dhu al-Hijjah in the nation. The Kingdom will observe Eid on June 6.

Also known as Bakra Eid, Bakrid, Bakhreid, Eid al-Adha, Eid Qurban, Qurban Bayarami or the Feast of Sacrifice, the festival commemorates the sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim's (Abraham)son as an act of respect to the divine.

Eid al-Adha celebrations in India usually take place a day later after Saudi Arabia celebrations.