Eid al-Adha
Nationwide public holiday in Libya · عيد الأضحى
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 27 May | Wednesday | NationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced |
| 2026 | 28 May | Thursday | NationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced |
| 2026 | 29 May | Friday | NationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced |
| 2027 | 16 May | Sunday | NationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced |
| 2027 | 17 May | Monday | NationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced |
| 2027 | 18 May | Tuesday | NationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Libya.
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
Sat 15 May – Tue 18 May is a 4-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Tripoli around 16 May: high 25°C (77°F), low 19°C (66°F), rain on 3% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Tripoli. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Sunday 16 May in Tripoli: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Libya
Sunday, 6 June 2027
Eid al-Adha in other countries
Algeria
Benin
Burkina Faso
Burundi
Cameroon
Central African Republic
Chad
Comoros
Djibouti
Egypt
Eritrea
Ethiopia
More for Libya
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.