Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha)
Public HolidayMajor
Details
- Country
Benin- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- May 2026
- Long Weekends
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Business Impact
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
Notes
Major Islamic festival commemorating Abraham's willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to God; marked by communal prayers, the sacrifice of livestock, and sharing meat with family and the poor.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) a public holiday in Benin?
- Yes, Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) is an official public holiday in Benin. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) 2026?
- Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) 2026 falls on May 27, 2026.