Islamabad: The federal government is likely to announce a long Eid ul Adha holiday break for citizens across Pakistan as the nation prepares to celebrate Eid ul Adha on May 27 with religious enthusiasm and traditional festivities.
According to official details, the public holidays for Eid ul Adha 2026 are expected to begin from Wednesday, May 27, and continue until Friday, May 29. Since Saturday and Sunday follow immediately after the Eid holidays, government employees and private sector workers could enjoy a five-day break.
Sources further revealed that the government is considering declaring Tuesday, May 26, as an additional public holiday to facilitate citizens traveling to their hometowns before Eid celebrations. If approved, Pakistanis may receive a total of six consecutive holidays for Eid ul Adha 2026.
The announcement came after the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee officially confirmed the sighting of the Zil Hajj 1447 Hijri moon. Chairman Maulana Abdul Khabir Azad announced that Eid ul Adha will be celebrated nationwide on Wednesday, May 27.
The moon sighting meeting was held in Karachi at the Meteorological Department office, while zonal committee meetings were conducted simultaneously in Lahore, Islamabad, Quetta, and Peshawar. Multiple moon sighting testimonies were received from different regions of the country before the final confirmation was issued.
Following the official Eid announcement, thousands of citizens have already started making travel plans to visit their native towns and villages. Transport terminals, bus stations, and railway booking centers are expected to witness heavy rush as people prepare for Eid holidays in Pakistan.
Experts from the Pakistan Meteorological Department had earlier predicted favorable conditions for moon sighting, citing clear skies in major cities including Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad.
Eid ul Adha, also known as Bakra Eid or the Festival of Sacrifice, is one of the most significant Islamic festivals celebrated by Muslims worldwide with Eid prayers, animal sacrifice, and family gatherings.
