It occurs immediately after the Day of Arafah and is a central celebration in Islamic culture. The festivities in honour of Eid al-Adha will take place from June 28th to June 30th.
The first day of Eid al-Adha translates as the Feast of Sacrifice. It is a day of remembrance when Prophet Ibrahim prepared to sacrifice his son, Ismail. This celebration marks the end of Hajj, the annual pilgrimage to Mecca.
Traditionally, it is customary to sacrifice an animal such as a sheep, goat, camel, or cow. One third of the meat can be kept for oneself, one third is given to relatives, and the remaining portion is donated to those in need. In the UAE, public gatherings for this kind of event is prohibited due to sanitary regulations. Typically, the animal is slaughtered and butchered at an abattoir.