Islamic Festival · Festivals & Events
Eid al-Adha
Commemorating Prophet Ibrahim’s obedience to God, Eid al-Adha is celebrated by Muslims throughout Ethiopia about 70 days after the end of Ramadan.
- Best Time
- Date follows the lunar calendar
- Suggested Stay
- 1 to 4 days
- Altitude
- Nationwide
- Region
- Festivals & Events
Why We Go
The Festival of Sacrifice, celebrated with prayers, sharing and community.
Families gather for prayers, share meals and sacrifice sheep, goats or cattle, distributing the meat among relatives, neighbours and those in need in a spirit of generosity and compassion.
Celebrations are colourful and welcoming, offering visitors a wonderful insight into Ethiopia’s religious diversity.
Highlights
- Morning prayers in mosques and open grounds
- Sharing meat with relatives, neighbours and the poor
- Traditional dress and family gatherings
- Celebrations in Harar and Addis Ababa
Plan This Destination
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