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Eid al-Adha (Qurban) 2027

In 2027, Eid al-Adha (Qurban) falls on 16–17 May (Sunday, Monday). Days off: 15–18 May, 4 days.

expected Dates are provisional until the Cabinet of Ministers decides.

2027 expected

Eid al-Adha (Qurban)

16–17 May 2027 · Sunday, Monday

in 186 days

4 days off 15–18 May · Saturday – Tuesday

  • 18 May, Tuesday — moved day off: The first day of Eid al-Adha falls on a Sunday

What it marks

The festival of sacrifice, beginning on the 10th of Dhu al-Hijjah. Two days off. It comes about 11 days earlier each year; the Cabinet of Ministers confirms the date.

Eid al-Adha (Qurban) by year

  • 2026 27–28 May · Wednesday, Thursday past 5 days off 27–31 May
  • 2027 16–17 May · Sunday, Monday next expected 4 days off 15–18 May

Source: article 105 of the Labour Code and the Cabinet of Ministers' yearly decisions. Prepared by the Operativ Məlumat Mərkəzi newsroom; checked 25 September 2026.