Here is when Eid al-Adha will start in 2023

However, many may not be aware that there are, in fact, two Eids every year.

Eid al-Adha is fast approaching, the annual festival marking the culmination of the sacred pilgrimage to Mecca and commemorating the sacrifice of Abraham.

In the Islamic lunar calendar, Eid al-Adha falls on the tenth day of Dhu al-Hijjah and lasts for four days, meaning that the date changes each year.

So, when will this take place in 2023? And why are there two Eids? Let’s find out.

When is Eid al-Adha in 2023?

Eid al-Fitr literally translated means ‘Feast of the Sacrifice’ and is one of two main holidays that muslims celebrate each year.

Like the start of Ramadan, the date of Eid al-Adha is determined by a moon sighting and religious leaders look out for a new moon, which signals the start of the celebration.

Muslims also often decorate their homes and invite families and friends over for the occasion. Sweets and gifts are also often exchanged

In many Muslim countries, Eid al-Adha is a public holiday.

Why are there two Eids?

In the Islamic calendar, Eid occurs twice a year – this is because ‘Eid’ is just the word to describe a Muslim festival.