Eid al-Adha 2027 is expected to fall on Sunday, May 16, with a possible shift to Monday, May 17 depending on the Dhul Hijjah moon sighting. Multiple independent calendar sources agree Dhul Hijjah 1448 AH is expected to begin Friday, May 7, 2027, putting the Day of Arafah on Saturday, May 15 and Eid al-Adha the next day. As with any Islamic date, this is a calculated estimate until the crescent is actually confirmed.
When is Eid al-Adha 2027 in the United States?
In the US, the date you observe depends on which moon-sighting method your mosque follows, the same split covered in our Ramadan 2027 guide. Communities that follow a pre-calculated date, based on the Umm al-Qura calendar or a global visibility criterion, are expected to mark Eid al-Adha on May 16. Mosques that wait for an actual local sighting may confirm a day later, on May 17, if the crescent isn’t visible the evening before. Either way, the underlying logic is the same as Ramadan: a conjunction and visibility estimate come first, and an actual or accepted sighting confirms the date.
Dhul Hijjah 2027 key dates
- Friday, May 7, 2027: 1 Dhul Hijjah, the start of the month (expected)
- Friday, May 7 through Saturday, May 15: the first ten days of Dhul Hijjah
- Saturday, May 15, 2027: Day of Arafah (9 Dhul Hijjah)
- Sunday, May 16, 2027: Eid al-Adha (10 Dhul Hijjah), may fall Monday, May 17 depending on the sighting
- May 17-19 (or 18-20), 2027: Days of Tashreeq, when fasting is also prohibited
Why the first ten days of Dhul Hijjah matter
Scholars point to these as some of the most rewarded days in the Islamic calendar, cited in the Quran and in hadith describing righteous deeds done during this period as especially beloved to Allah. Many Muslims use the days leading up to Eid al-Adha for extra fasting (except on Eid itself, when fasting is prohibited), additional prayer and increased charity. This is part of why Qurbani donations and general sadaqah tend to rise sharply in the days before Eid al-Adha, alongside the Day of Arafah, which is often observed with a voluntary fast.
Qurbani: giving through Eid al-Adha
For most Muslims outside Hajj, Eid al-Adha giving centers on Qurbani, the ritual sacrifice commemorating Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son. Rather than arranging a sacrifice individually, most US donors give through a charity that carries out Qurbani on their behalf and distributes the meat to families in need. Our Qurbani donation page covers the ruling, the eligibility and how Guardian Hands carries this out.
Because Qurbani donations tend to arrive in a short window before Eid, it is worth confirming a charity’s registration and track record before giving, the same checklist covered in our guide on how to vet a charity before donating.
Frequently asked questions
Q1. When is Eid al-Adha 2027?
Eid al-Adha 2027 is expected on Sunday, May 16, with Monday, May 17 as a possible alternate date depending on the Dhul Hijjah moon sighting.
Q2. When does Dhul Hijjah 2027 start?
Dhul Hijjah 1448 AH is expected to begin Friday, May 7, 2027, based on calculated Islamic calendars, pending confirmation by moon sighting.
Q3. Is Eid al-Adha the same date across all countries?
Not necessarily. Because moon-sighting methods differ by country and community, Eid al-Adha can fall a day apart in different parts of the world, including between mosques in the US.
Q4. Can I fast on Eid al-Adha?
No. Fasting is prohibited on Eid al-Adha itself and on the three Days of Tashreeq that follow it. Many Muslims do fast on the Day of Arafah the day before.
Q5. How do I give Qurbani for Eid al-Adha 2027?
Most US donors give through a registered charity that performs the sacrifice and distributes the meat on their behalf. Confirm the organization’s tax-exempt status and track record before giving.
Give through Guardian Hands this Eid al-Adha
Guardian Hands is a US-based 501(c)(3) supporting education and clean water programs for communities in Pakistan. If you’re planning your Eid al-Adha 2027 giving, you can donate to our Qurbani program or set up a recurring gift through monthly giving so your support continues beyond the holiday.