Saudi Arabia Calls on Muslims to Look for Dhu Al Hijjah Crescent on May 27 Ahead of Eid Al Adha
Dhu Al Hijjah marks the annual Hajj pilgrimage and concludes with the celebration of Eid Al Adha.
By Abdullahi Yusuf
The Supreme Court of Saudi Arabia has called on Muslims to sight the crescent moon marking the beginning of the holy month of Dhu Al Hijjah 1446 AH–2025 on the evening of Tuesday, May 27, which corresponds to Dhul Qadah 29.
In a statement released on Sunday, the Court urged anyone who sees the crescent moon—whether with the naked eye or through binoculars—to promptly report to the nearest court and provide their testimony.
The Supreme Court also encouraged those able to participate in the moon-sighting committees established in various regions to join and contribute to this important effort, which serves the Muslim community.
When will Eid Al Adha begin?
Eid Al Adha is projected to begin on Friday, June 6, 2025, based on astronomical calculations by the Emirates Astronomy Society. The UAE public holiday is expected to start with Arafah Day on Thursday, June 5, followed by Eid Al Adha celebrations from Friday to Sunday (June 6–8).
However, if the crescent moon of Dhu Al Hijjah is not sighted on Tuesday, May 27, then—as per Islamic tradition and lunar calendar practice—Dhul Qadah will complete 30 days, shifting the start of Dhu Al Hijjah to Thursday, May 29. In this case, Eid Al Adha would be observed a day later, likely falling on Saturday, June 7.
This shift would delay the Hajj pilgrimage and Eid Al Adha celebrations by one day, making them likely to fall on Saturday, June 7, 2025.
What to expect
If the predicted dates are confirmed, UAE residents can look forward to a four-day weekend from Thursday to Sunday—ideal for travel, family time, or religious observance. Final dates will be confirmed by official moon-sighting announcements closer to the holiday.
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