When is Eid al-Adha 2026 in Morocco?

Eid al-Adha 2026 is expected around May 27, 2026 in Morocco (10 Dhu al-Hijja 1447 AH). The official date is announced by the Ministry of Habous after moon sighting.

How many public holidays for Eid al-Adha in Morocco?

Eid al-Adha is a 2-day official public holiday in Morocco: the 10th and 11th of Dhu al-Hijja.

What day of the week is Eid al-Adha 2026?

Eid al-Adha 2026 is expected to fall on Wednesday May 27, 2026, potentially offering a long weekend.

Eid al-Adha 2026 Morocco — Date, Traditions and Public Holidays

Name: Eid al-Adha 2026 — Morocco
Start: 2026-05-27
End: 2026-05-28
Location: Morocco

Eid al-Adha 2026 in Morocco: everything you need to know

Eid al-Adha (عيد الأضحى), known in Morocco as l'Aïd el-Kbir (the Great Feast), commemorates Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to God. It is one of the most important celebrations in the Islamic calendar.

Eid al-Adha traditions in Morocco

Eid prayer: morning congregation prayer in mosques and open-air spaces
Sheep sacrifice: each family traditionally slaughters a sheep (or shares the cost)
Meat distribution: one-third for the family, one-third for neighbours, one-third for the poor
Traditional dishes: boulfaf (grilled liver), mechoui, lamb couscous

Practical impact: public holidays and daily life

Eid al-Adha is an official 2-day public holiday in Morocco under the Labour Code. All government offices, banks, and most businesses are closed. Transport is very busy the day before (families travelling home).

Sheep prices in 2026

Sheep prices typically range from 1,500 to 5,000 MAD depending on the breed, weight and region. Livestock markets open 2-3 weeks before Eid. Prices spike in the final 10 days — buying early is advisable.