Bakrid 2026 Date

Bakrid — Eid ul-Adha — is the festival of sacrifice on 10 Dhul-Hijjah, coinciding with the Hajj pilgrimage. It commemorates Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son.

This page converts 10 Dhul-Hijjah 1447 AH to the expected Gregorian date with a live countdown.

Important: The date is declared after the Dhul-Hijjah crescent is sighted — it may differ by a day across countries.

Bakrid 2026 — Expected Dates

Event	Hijri Date	Gregorian Date	Days Left
Bakrid / Eid ul-Adha (10 Dhul-Hijjah 1447)	10 Dhul-Hijjah 1447 AH	Wednesday, 27 May 2026	—

Dates are astronomical (Umm al-Qura) estimates. Actual observance depends on local crescent (moon) sighting and may differ by a day — confirm with your mosque or local committee.

Formula

toGregorian(1447, 12, 10) → Bakrid / Eid ul-Adha

Example

10 Dhul-Hijjah 1447 ≈ 27 May 2026 (expected).

How to Use

1. Read the expected date in the table.
2. Check the countdown.
3. Confirm with the official moon-sighting announcement.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Bakrid 2026?

Expected around 27 May 2026, subject to crescent sighting.

Is Bakrid the same as Eid ul-Adha?

Yes — Bakrid is the popular Indian name for Eid ul-Adha.

Is it a public holiday?

Yes — Bakrid is a gazetted holiday in India.

Why can the date shift?

Local crescent sighting can move it by a day.

Author: Islamic Editorial Team Reviewed by: Islamic Editorial Team Last updated: 2026-09-16

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