Eid al-Adha

Nationwide public holiday in Ethiopia · የኢድ አልአድሃ (አረፋ)

Next Eid al-Adha

Sunday, 16 May 2027

Estimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced

Dates

YearDateWeekdayNotes
202627 MayWednesdayNationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced
202716 MaySundayNationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced

Where it applies

Everywhere in Ethiopia.

Is it a day off?

Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.

Typical weather in Addis Ababa around 16 May: high 25°C (77°F), low 12°C (54°F), rain on 46% of days.

Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Addis Ababa. Past averages, not a forecast.

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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.