Eid al-Adha

Nationwide public holiday in Oman · عيد الأضحى

Next Eid al-Adha

Saturday, 15 May 2027

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

Dates

YearDateWeekdayNotes
202626 MayTuesdayNationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced
202627 MayWednesdayNationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced
202628 MayThursdayNationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced
202629 MayFridayNationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced
202715 MaySaturdayNationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced
202716 MaySundayNationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced
202717 MayMondayNationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced
202718 MayTuesdayNationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced

Where it applies

Everywhere in Oman.

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.

Make it longer

Fri 14 May – Tue 18 May is a 5-day weekend with no leave needed.

Plan more breaks with the leave planner.

Typical weather in Muscat around 15 May: high 37°C (99°F), low 29°C (84°F), rain on 4% of days.

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

Coming up next in Oman

Islamic New Year

Sunday, 6 June 2027

Eid al-Adha in other countries

More for Oman

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