Algerian Ministry of Religious Affairs and Wakfs Announces Eid al-Adha 2026 Celebrations
Eid al-Adha 2026 Celebrations in Algeria
The Algerian Ministry of Religious Affairs and Wakfs has announced that Eid al-Adha 2026 will be celebrated in Algeria from Wednesday, May 27, 2026, corresponding to the 10th of Dhou al-Hijja 1447 of the Hijri calendar.
According to an official statement, Monday, May 18, 2026, marks the first day of the month of Dhou al-Hijja, setting the religious calendar in motion for one of the most important festivals in the Islamic calendar.
Key Dates for Eid al-Adha 2026
- The day of Arafat, a central moment in the annual pilgrimage to Mecca, will take place on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, which is the 9th of Dhou al-Hijja, the eve of Eid al-Adha.
- The Eid al-Adha celebrations, also known as Eid al-Kebir, will span three days in Algeria, from Wednesday, May 27, to Friday, May 29, 2026.
Global Observance of Eid al-Adha 2026
The ministry has stated that this date will also be observed in several Muslim-majority countries, including Tunisia, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Turkey, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, Indonesia, and Malaysia.
Call to Action from Religious Authorities
On this occasion, religious authorities have called upon citizens to make the most of these sacred days by multiplying acts of devotion, including fasting on the day of Arafat, charity, social solidarity, and good deeds.
The ministry has also highlighted the importance of values such as sharing and fraternity that characterize this major religious festival.
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