The government has officially declared a public holiday from Thursday, June 5, to Monday, June 9, 2025, in celebration of Eid-ul-Adha, one of the most important holidays in the Islamic calendar. The announcement was made during a Cabinet meeting led by Kuwait’s Acting Prime Minister and Interior Minister, Sheikh Fahad Yusuf Al Sabah.
For workplaces with unconventional operational needs, the government has granted flexibility in scheduling, allowing these sectors to determine their own holiday periods. However, the general public sector will be on holiday for five days, with government offices reopening on Tuesday, June 10, following the Eid festivities.
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Eid-ul-Adha, or the Festival of Sacrifice, will begin on the evening of Friday, June 6, and end on Tuesday, June 10. The holiday commemorates the Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son, Isma’il, in obedience to God’s command, though God intervened and provided a ram for the sacrifice instead. The festival symbolizes divine mercy and faith.
Eid-ul-Adha is marked by prayers in mosques, family gatherings, and the ritual of Qurbani, where an animal is sacrificed and its meat is shared among family, friends, and the needy. Charity is a key aspect of the celebration, ensuring everyone can partake. The festival also coincides with the Hajj pilgrimage, a major religious event for Muslims worldwide, promoting reflection, spiritual renewal, and community unity.
The Council of Ministers mentioned the anticipated astronomical sighting of the crescent moon marking the start of Dhu al-Hijjah, expected to occur on May 27, 2025. This will make May 28 the first day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the 12th and final month in the Islamic lunar calendar. The Day of Arafat, which falls on June 5, will precede Eid al-Adha, marking a period of fasting and reflection for Muslims as they prepare for the festival.
