Eid al-Adha 2025: When is Bakrid? Know the Exact Date

Eid al-Adha 2025: When is Bakrid? Know the Exact Date

Eid al-Adha 2025, also known as Bakrid, Bakra-Eid, or Eid al-Baqarah, will be celebrated on Saturday, June 7, 2025. It is one of the most important festivals in the Islamic calendar, observed by Muslims around the world with prayers, feasting, and the sacred ritual of animal sacrifice. The name “Eid al-Adha” means "Festival of Sacrifice", and the celebration honors the deep faith and obedience of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to Allah.

Eid al-Adha, or Bakrid, marks the end of the Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca and commemorates the story of Prophet Ibrahim, who was willing to sacrifice his son Ismail as an act of obedience to Allah. However, Allah provided a ram to sacrifice instead. This powerful story reflects devotion, sacrifice, and complete submission to the will of God.

In 2025, Eid al-Adha will fall on Saturday, June 7, according to the Islamic lunar calendar, which is based on the sighting of the moon. The festival is observed on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the 12th and final month of the Islamic calendar.

In South Asian countries like India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, Eid al-Adha is commonly known as Bakrid or Bakra-Eid, named after the sacrificial animal—usually a goat ("bakra"), sheep, or cow. This naming reflects the central ritual of the festival: the Qurbani (sacrifice).

• Morning Prayers: Special prayers are held in open fields or mosques.
• Sacrifice (Qurbani): An animal is sacrificed to honor Prophet Ibrahim’s devotion. The meat is distributed among family, friends, and the poor.
• Charity and Sharing: A key principle of Eid is generosity—no one should go hungry.
• Family Gatherings: Families come together to prepare traditional dishes and share festive meals.
• Wearing New Clothes: People wear new or best clothes as a symbol of purity and joy.

The act of sacrifice is symbolic. It teaches selflessness, devotion, and care for others, especially the less fortunate. It also reflects obedience to divine will, a key value in Islam. The meat is typically divided into three parts—one-third for the family, one-third for friends and relatives, and one-third for the needy.

Eid al-Adha is considered holier than Eid al-Fitr. It is observed globally with local customs and cuisines but the spiritual message remains the same—faith, obedience, and community support. The festival also marks the completion of Hajj, the fifth pillar of Islam.

• Foods and Festivities During Bakrid
• Biryani, kebabs, korma, and sewaiyan are commonly prepared.
• Sweet dishes like phirni and kheer are shared with guests.
• It's also a time for giving Eidi (gifts) and strengthening family bonds.

Eid al-Adha 2025, falling on June 7, is more than just a festival—it's a reminder of the values of faith, humility, sacrifice, and generosity. As families prepare for the sacred occasion, the essence of sharing and caring for others shines through. Whether you're offering Qurbani or joining your loved ones in prayer and celebration, Bakrid is a time for spiritual growth and unity.