Islam follows the lunar calendar and relies on the waxing and waning phases of the moon. As Eid approaches, people wish for clear skies, because the sighting of the crescent moon indicates that the festival has officially begun. People then begin to dress up and start the feast.

How do they know when Eid is?

What determines the date of Eid? The Eid date is usually declared on the 29th day of the previous month. However, if the Moon is not sighted, the festival is celebrated on the following day. In a nutshell, the Eid date is based on the appearance and the subsequent sighting of the Lunar crescent.

What is Eid moon sighting?

Eid al-Adha falls on the tenth day of the Islamic month of Dhu al-Hijjah, with the date set by the sighting of the crescent moon. By David Hughes. July 11, 2021 8:05 am(Updated 9:30 am) Known as the “Festival of the Sacrifice”, Eid al-Adha is considered the holier of the two Islamic Eid festivals.