When is Eid al-Adha 1447 H in Indonesia?

Eid al-Adha 1447 H in Indonesia falls on Tuesday, 26 May 2026 , per the Ministry of Religious Affairs. The Tashriq days (when qurbani may still be sacrificed) run 27–29 May 2026.

Is qurbani obligatory or recommended?

Most schools (Maliki, Shafi'i, Hanbali) hold qurbani is sunnah muakkadah — strongly recommended for those able, but not sinful to skip. The Hanafi school considers it wajib for those who can afford it. All agree: those who can afford it shouldn't skip — the Prophet ﷺ warned strongly against this.

What are the requirements for a valid qurbani animal?

The animal must be: (1) of an allowed type — goat, sheep, cow, buffalo, or camel (chicken not valid); (2) of minimum age — goat ≥1 year, sheep ≥6 months with replaced teeth, cow/buffalo ≥2 years, camel ≥5 years; (3) fully healthy with no defects affecting meat — not blind, not severely lame, not emaciated; (4) intact body parts.

How much does qurbani cost for goat and cow in 2026?

Goat in Indonesia 2026: IDR 3.5–6M (local) or IDR 2.4–3M (overseas programs via charities). Group cow 1/7 share: IDR 4–7M per person. Prices vary by region, animal weight, and distribution route. Remote or overseas programs are cheaper due to lower local livestock prices.

Until when is qurbani sacrifice valid?

Qurbani slaughter is valid from after the Eid prayer on 10 Dhul Hijjah until before maghrib on 13 Dhul Hijjah . For Indonesia 1447 H: from Tuesday 26 May morning (after Eid prayer) until Friday 29 May before maghrib. Slaughter before the Eid prayer is not valid as qurbani — it counts only as ordinary sadaqah.

Can qurbani be intended on behalf of a deceased person?

Scholars differ. Hanafi and Hanbali: valid, reward reaches the deceased. Maliki and Shafi'i: not valid unless the deceased explicitly willed it. Most contemporary scholars permit it on the condition that one's own qurbani is prioritized first, then qurbani for the deceased as an additional act.

What's the difference between qurbani and aqiqah?

Qurbani is performed every Eid al-Adha by able adult Muslims — following the example of Prophet Ibrahim. Aqiqah is performed for a newborn (ideally on day 7) — as gratitude for the birth. Aqiqah: 2 goats for a boy, 1 for a girl. Aqiqah meat is cooked first, then distributed; qurbani meat may be distributed raw. Aqiqah ruling: sunnah muakkadah for parents.

What's the ruling on cutting hair and nails before qurbani?

For those intending qurbani, it's recommended not to cut hair, nails, or skin from 1 Dhul Hijjah until after the sacrifice (Muslim). This is sunnah, not obligatory — if you've already cut, the qurbani is still valid. The wisdom: resembling the pilgrims in ihram, and adding distinction to the qurbani moment.

Eid al-Adha & Qurbani Guide for Families: Rituals, Duas, and Involving Children

As this is published (28 May 2026 / 12 Dhul Hijjah 1447 H), Muslims in Indonesia are in the second day of Tashriq — two days after Eid al-Adha (Tuesday, 26 May 2026). Qurbani sacrifices continue through 13 Dhul Hijjah (Friday, 29 May).

This guide is for Muslim families: (1) the meaning of Eid al-Adha, (2) the story of Prophet Ibrahim ﷺ to tell children, (3) how to perform the Eid prayer, (4) qurbani conditions and procedure, (5) the Tashriq days, (6) how to involve children, (7) the essential duas.

What is Eid al-Adha

Eid al-Adha is one of two Islamic celebrations (the other being Eid al-Fitr). It falls on 10 Dhul Hijjah — the 10th day of the final month of the Hijri calendar. Also called "Yawm al-Nahr" (the Day of Sacrifice), because on this day Muslims are encouraged to sacrifice an animal — retracing the footsteps of Prophet Ibrahim's ﷺ sacrifice.

In Indonesia, Eid al-Adha 1447 H falls on Tuesday, 26 May 2026. Animal sacrifices may be performed from after the Eid prayer (10 Dhul Hijjah) until before maghrib on 13 Dhul Hijjah (29 May).

The Story of Prophet Ibrahim ﷺ — For Children

There is no Eid al-Adha without this story. Every Muslim child should hear it, ideally every year.

Prophet Ibrahim ﷺ — the beloved of Allah — was old and had long awaited a son. Finally Allah granted him Ismail. When Ismail reached the age where he could walk and help his father, Prophet Ibrahim had a recurring dream — and for a prophet, dreams are revelation — to sacrifice his own son.

What's remarkable about this story isn't the command. It's the response of Ibrahim and Ismail. Ibrahim spoke to his son first. Didn't hide it. Didn't deceive him. He said:

"O my son, I have seen in a dream that I am sacrificing you. So tell me — what do you think?"

Young Ismail replied with words that make any parent's heart tremble:

"O my father, do as you are commanded. You will find me — Allah willing — among the patient." (Qur'an As-Saffat: 102)

They went together to the place of sacrifice. As the knife was about to touch Ismail's neck, Allah replaced Ismail with a great ram from Paradise. The test was passed. The command was never to actually take a child's life — but to test whether Ibrahim and Ismail would surrender what they loved most to Allah.

From this event, the Eid al-Adha qurbani originates.

How to Tell Children (by Age)

Ages 3–5: Short narrative voice. "Prophet Ibrahim loved his son Ismail very much..." Skip traumatic details (knife/neck); just "Allah asked his father to... trust Allah. Allah loves us. In the end it wasn't Ismail who was sacrificed but a ram from Paradise."
Ages 6–8: More complete. Explain why Allah tested. Emphasize Ismail's reply. Ask: "If you were Ismail, could you say that to your dad?"
Ages 9+: Discuss the spiritual meaning. What do we love most in this world? Are we willing to give it up for Allah? Animal sacrifice is symbol — what Allah sees is the taqwa in the heart, not the meat.

The Eid al-Adha Prayer

Eid prayer is sunnah muakkadah (strongly recommended), performed in congregation in an open field or mosque on the morning of 10 Dhul Hijjah. Two rakaat. Performed before the khutbah (opposite of Friday prayer).

Quick Procedure

Intention in the heart: "I intend the two-rakaat sunnah Eid al-Adha prayer for Allah."
Opening takbir → 7 extra takbirs in the first rakat. Between takbirs, say: "Subhanallah, walhamdulillah, wa laa ilaaha illallah, wallahu akbar."
Al-Fatihah + a surah → ruku → sujud (as normal). Imam preferably reads a surah with the story of Ibrahim or trials (Al-A'la, Qaf).
Second rakat: 5 extra takbirs after rising from sujud, before Al-Fatihah. Same dhikr between takbirs.
Salam → Khutbah — don't leave immediately. Listen to both khutbahs.

Etiquette Before Going

Ritual bath in the early morning.
Wear your best clean clothes — white if you have them.
Don't eat before the prayer (opposite of Eid al-Fitr — here it's sunnah to delay breakfast until after the prayer or until qurbani meat is available).
Take a different route home than the one you came (sunnah).
Recite takbir along the way.

Qurbani — The Animal Sacrifice

Qurbani is the core ritual of Eid al-Adha. It's sunnah muakkadah for those able (some Hanafi scholars consider it obligatory). One goat or sheep = reward for one person. One cow or buffalo = reward for up to 7 people (group qurbani).

Animal Requirements

Type: goat, sheep, cow, buffalo, or camel. (Chicken is not valid.)
Minimum age: Goat ≥1 year; sheep ≥6 months with teeth replaced; cow/buffalo ≥2 years; camel ≥5 years.
Fully healthy — no defects that affect the meat. Not blind, not severely lame, not emaciated.
Intact body parts — no ears cut off, horns not broken to the root, tail not severed.

Time of Sacrifice

Valid from after the Eid prayer on 10 Dhul Hijjah until before maghrib on 13 Dhul Hijjah. For 1447 H in Indonesia: from Tuesday 26 May morning until Friday 29 May evening.

Sacrifice before the Eid prayer is not valid as qurbani (it becomes regular sadaqah, the Prophet ﷺ said).

Procedure

Face the animal toward the qiblah.
Lay it on its left side, tie its legs except the right hind leg.
The knife must be sharp — the Prophet ﷺ commanded slaughter to be quick so the animal doesn't suffer.
The one slaughtering recites: "Bismillah, Allahu akbar. Allahumma minka wa laka, taqabbal minnii."
Cut with one decisive motion — through windpipe, esophagus, and both jugular veins.
Wait until the animal is fully still before skinning.

Meat Distribution

Qurbani meat is traditionally divided into thirds:

1/3 for the family who performed the qurbani.
1/3 for relatives and neighbors — including non-Muslims.
1/3 for the poor — those most in need.

This split is sunnah; other splits are valid as long as nothing is sold. The slaughterer may not sell the meat or skin (except for the benefit of the poor via the committee).

Three Ways to Perform Qurbani in Indonesia 2026

1. Local at Village / Mosque

Most traditional. Buy from a farmer/livestock market, bring to mosque, the committee slaughters and distributes locally.

2026 cost: Goat IDR 3.5–6M; 1/7 of a cow IDR 4–7M.
Pros: direct community contribution, children can witness, communal feel.
Cons: in urban areas with meat surplus, impact is smaller than in poorer regions.

2. Through Charity Institutions (Online)

Organizations like Dompet Dhuafa, BAZNAS, Rumah Zakat, and many others accept online qurbani. Animals are slaughtered in remote areas or abroad (Palestine, Yemen, Syria) where the meat is most needed.

2026 cost: Goat IDR 2.4–3M (foreign programs cheaper due to lower local prices).
Pros: bigger impact in actually-needy areas, qurbani from anywhere, transparent reports.
Cons: no live witness, child not physically involved.

3. Group Cow Qurbani (1/7)

Seven people share one cow. Each gets 1/7 of the cost. More affordable than buying a goat alone.

2026 cost: IDR 4–7M per person.
Suited for: mosque congregations, offices, extended families wanting to do qurbani together.
Procedure: each of the 7 has their own intention. Not one person intending on behalf of 7.

Tashriq Days (11–13 Dhul Hijjah)

The three days after Eid al-Adha are called Tashriq days. For Indonesia 1447 H: Wednesday 27 May – Friday 29 May 2026.

Special Rules

Fasting is prohibited — the Prophet ﷺ said these are "days of eating, drinking, and remembering Allah" (Muslim). Even those owing Ramadan fasts must wait.
Takbir still recommended — From dawn on the Day of Arafah (9 Dhul Hijjah) until Asr of the final Tashriq day (13 Dhul Hijjah), takbir after every fard prayer is sunnah.
Qurbani still valid — sacrifice is valid until before maghrib on 13 Dhul Hijjah.
Increased dhikr — Allah says: "And remember Allah during the appointed days." (Qur'an 2:203) — referring to the Tashriq days.

How to Involve Children

Eid al-Adha without children's involvement is just a "day off." With involvement, it becomes an emotional memory carried for life.

The Day Before (9 Dhul Hijjah)

Retell the story of Ibrahim and Ismail before bedtime.
Prepare Eid clothes together — child picks their outfit for tomorrow.
Teach Eid takbir — child repeats while playing.

Eid Morning

Wake the child earlier than usual — this is a special day, not a regular one.
Bath, best clothes, perfume (for older ones).
Go to the open prayer ground — for small children, carry or stroller.
Return home a different way — frame as exploration ("let's try the other road").

During the Sacrifice

Ages 0–4: Don't bring to the slaughter site. Visual + smell trauma can linger.
Ages 5–7: May watch from a slight distance, held by a parent. Gently explain: "This animal is for Allah, to be shared with people who need food." Don't force if they don't want to look.
Ages 8+: Can come closer, even help hold the animal (for those ready). Many Indonesian children describe this as a deeply spiritual experience.

Distributing Meat

Take the child along when delivering meat to neighbors or orphanages. Let them knock and hand over personally.
Explain: "This meat isn't all for us — it's a gift for people who rarely have meat."
Teach: "Eid Mubarak, may it bring blessing."

Eating Together

Cook sate / gulai / rendang together (age-appropriate). A child who helps cook appreciates the meat more.
Before eating, recite the meal du'a together aloud.
Retell: "Long ago Prophet Ibrahim was willing to sacrifice Ismail for Allah. Today we sacrifice an animal to share. That is qurbani."

Key Duas

1. Eid Takbir

Allahu akbar, Allahu akbar, Allahu akbar. Laa ilaaha illallah, wallahu akbar. Allahu akbar, wa lillahil-hamd.

2. During Sacrifice

Bismillah, Allahu akbar. Allahumma minka wa laka, 'an [name].

3. Eid Greeting

From the Companions: "Taqabbalallahu minnaa wa minkum." ("May Allah accept from us and from you.") — not "Eid Mubarak, mohon maaf lahir batin" which is more associated with Eid al-Fitr.

What to Avoid

Fasting on Eid al-Adha and Tashriq days — prohibited (except for hajj pilgrims who couldn't afford hadyu, who may fast Tashriq).
Showing off qurbani on social media — worship that's publicly displayed can lose reward. Sharing as dawah is fine, but avoid self-prominence.
Slaughtering before the Eid prayer — not valid as qurbani.
Choosing the cheapest, poorest animal — qurbani is your best gift to Allah. Choose a healthy, good animal within your means.
Selling qurbani skin or meat — the slaughterer may not sell any of it.
Mocking or forcing children afraid to watch the sacrifice — children have different sensitivities; respect this.

Closing

Eid al-Adha is the festival of sacrifice — not just of animals, but of giving up what we love most for Allah. For a child, it's the only festival involving blood and meat and community and a heroic story — a rare combination. Make use of it.

Next year, your child will remember: "Last year Dad/Mom took me to deliver meat to the neighbor." Or: "Last year I held a goat for the first time." Or: "Last year Mom told the story of Prophet Ibrahim before bed and I couldn't sleep thinking about Ismail."

That is Eid al-Adha. Not a day off — a day that shapes identity.

Taqabbalallahu minnaa wa minkum.