This week will mark the beginning of the Eid Al-Adha holiday, which is the second Islamic holiday of the year and
follows Ramadan and Eid Al-Fitr by only two months.

The holiday is also a national holiday in Qatar and across the Muslim world. This year, the Amiri Diwan announced a week long holiday from work from 9 to 15 Dhu al-Hijjah/ 27 June to 3 July.

Eid Al-Adha, which translates to “Feast of the Sacrifice,” commemorates the story of the Prophet Abraham. As narrated in the Qu’ran, Abraham was commanded by God to sacrifice his son Ismail. Both Abraham and Ismail submitted to this command, but at the last moment, God intervened and ordered Abraham to sacrifice a ram instead.

To commemorate this sacrifice, Muslims who have the financial means sacrifice an animal on this holiday. The meat is then divided into three parts: one for oneself and their family, one as gifts to friends and family, and one given in charity to the needy. This ensures that all in the community are able to enjoy a special meal to mark the occasion.

The holiday also marks the end of the Hajj pilgrimage, the annual pilgrimage to Mecca.

Eid celebrations are often a time to gather with family and community, and are often especially geared towards children.

Eid Prayers at Education City Stadium:

The festivities kick off with the Eid prayer, usually held quite early in the morning. The Ministry of Endowments and
Islamic Affairs has announced that the Eid prayer this year will begin at exactly five o’lock and one minute.

Whereas worshippers often conduct daily prayers inside the mosques, the Eid prayer is held in large and open public spaces.

Whether Muslim or non-Muslim, we recommend you start your Eid holiday with the Eid prayers at Education City Stadium, which hosted eight matches in last year’s FIFA World Cup.

Following a short sermon by the imam, the festivities will continue with Minaretein’s Eid Celebration until 9 AM.

The family-friendly event will offer a number of enjoyable activities, including face painting, games, and food and drinks. Education City Stadium can be conveniently reached by tram, and parking is available at the West Parking Area, Oxygen Park, and Al Shaqab parking.

Fireworks Display at Lusail Boulevard

Later on the first day of Eid, June 28, be sure to not miss the fireworks display at Al Sa’ad Plaza from 08:30 to 09:30 pm. The display promises to be a magical experience, and is free for all to enjoy.

Katara cultural village

The Katara Cultural Village will be hosting a number of events and activities to celebrate Eid Al-Adha 2023 over the four day Eid holiday. The festivities will include planetarium shows, question and answer competitions, a theater play, and fireworks.

Al Shaqab Indoor Arena festivities:

The Al Shaqab Indoor Arena will be hosting Eid Al Adha festivities every day between 4:00 pm and 8:00 pm from June 29th to July 1st. The festivities promise an unforgettable experience for families and individuals. The event will include horse rides, a chill zone to connect with these majestic animals, bouncy castles, face painting and henna, and workshops on the world of horses and equestrian activities. There will also be a delectable array of culinary delights and refreshing beverages for attendees.

• National Cruise “Swim and Jump”

• Eid Dinner Cruise (on June 29)

• 3-day Lemon-eid festival

Eid Al Adha Celebrations at Old Doha Port

The Old Doha Port is happy to host several events during the Eid al-Adha holiday, in addition to organizing activities for various groups, with the participation of roaming entertainment teams throughout the port neighborhood, and activities for children and adults. The port administration invites the public to visit the port and enjoy the distinctive activities, which are predominantly aimed at reviving Qatari folk traditions. The events will be held every day of Eid from 5:30 pm to 10:00 pm at the Old Doha Port in the Mina District. The festivities are free for all.