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Eid Al-Adha is likely to be on this date in Saudi Arabia
Based on astronomical calculations, Eid al-Adha is expected to start on Friday, June 6, with Arafat Day commencing a day earlier on June 5, so people around the Middle East may look forward to a long weekend. See Also: Saudi Arabia mandates at least 10 days paid leave for workers performing Hajj
The crescent moon will be spotted by committees, including Saudi Arabia's moon-sighting commission, in the coming days, allowing countries to confirm the final dates for the Islamic festival Eid Al-Adha.
The Emirates Astronomy Society Chairman, Ibrahim al-Jarwan, has predicted that on Tuesday, May 27, at sunrise, the crescent moon of Dhul Hijjah will be visible.
The first day of Dhul Hijjah is scheduled for Wednesday, May 28, pending confirmation from the authorities. Most Viewed: 41 professions scheduled for Saudization
On the tenth of Dhul Hijjah, which is Friday, June 6, Eid al-Adha occurs. However, in Saudi Arabia, it will be confirmed by the Saudi Supreme Court after sighting the crescent moon of Dhul Hijjah.
The Ministry of Human Resources in Saudi Arabia has already approved the declaration of 9th Dhul Hijjah as a public holiday to commemorate Arafat Day, followed by a three-day holiday for both private and non-profit sector workers to celebrate Eid al-Adha.
Millions of Muslims go to Makkah every year to perform Hajj, which concludes with Eid al-Adha. Recommend: Saudi Arabia introduced new penalties for those who try to perform Hajj without permit
Eid Al-Adha is likely to be on this date in Saudi Arabia. Saudi-Expatriates.com
