May
27
2026
Wednesday
Eid al-Adha
South Africa
Religious holiday
17 days ago
๐ Lunar holiday โ date may vary
The exact date will be confirmed after official moon sighting.
Quick Facts
Date
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Country
South Africa (ZA)
Type
Religious
Local Name
Eid al-Adha
Year
2026
Date Status
Official
Hijri Date
เงงเงฆ เฆเงเฆฌเฆฟเฆฒเฆนเฆเงเฆ เงงเงชเงชเงญ เฆนเฆฟเฆเฆฐเฆฟ
Closure Status on Eid al-Adha
Government Offices
May vary
Banks
May vary
Schools & Colleges
May vary
Businesses
May vary
Emergency Services
Open
Transport
May vary
Eid al-Adha โ Dates by Year
| Year | Date | Day | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Saturday, June 7, 2025 | Saturday | Past |
| 2026 | Wednesday, May 27, 2026 | Wednesday | This year |
| 2027 | Monday, May 17, 2027 | Monday | Future |
| 2028 | Friday, May 5, 2028 | Friday | Future |
Dates for this holiday may vary depending on moon sighting and official confirmation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Eid al-Adha a public holiday in South Africa?
Yes โ official Religious holiday.
Are offices and banks closed?
Yes. Government offices, banks, and schools are closed.
Why does the date change every year?
Eid al-Adha follows the Gregorian calendar, shifting ~10โ11 days each year.
Is the 2026 date confirmed?
Expected: May 27, 2026. Confirmed after official moon sighting.
Related Holidays
Source: Public holiday calendar data.
Dates for this holiday may vary depending on moon sighting and official confirmation.