Eid Al Adha Celebrations in Gulf and Middle East: As the first light of Friday, June 6, illuminated the UAE, the spirit of Eid Al Adha blossomed across the country, spreading joy and unity throughout the Gulf and Middle East.. From Abu Dhabi to Sharjah and beyond, mosques and prayer grounds were filled with worshippers standing shoulder to shoulder, united in prayer and devotion.
In Bur Dubai, a profound sense of peace and gratitude filled the atmosphere as worshippers gathered at the Eid Mosque to celebrate the beginning of Eid Al Adha — the holiest of the two major Islamic festivals, also known as the Feast of Sacrifice.
Widespread Observance of Eid
Eid Al Adha was observed across much of the region, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Turkey, Syria, Jordan, Oman, and Iraq. Muslim communities in countries like the UK, US, Canada, and Australia also joined in the celebrations.
In Saudi Arabia, millions gathered for grand Eid prayers at Islam’s two holiest sites — Masjid Al Haram in Makkah and Masjid An Nabawi in Madinah. A day earlier, over 1.6 million pilgrims had performed Wuquf-e-Arafah, a key ritual of Hajj, offering heartfelt prayers for peace around the world, particularly for the people of Palestine.
Eid Observed by Bohra Community in Pakistan
In Pakistan, the Bohra community marked the celebration of Eid Al Adha on Friday with heartfelt prayers and traditional rituals. Special prayers were held in mosques across Karachi, including in Saddar, Pakistan Chowk, Hyderi, and Baloch Colony.
The day was marked with the traditional sacrifice of animals such as goats, sheep, cows, and camels. The meat was distributed among family, friends, and those in need, embodying the festival’s core values of compassion, charity, and community.
As Eid Al Adha continues over the coming days, Muslims around the world reflect deeply on the spirit of sacrifice, while renewing their commitment to faith, family, and unity.
