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Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has announced that Wednesday, May 27, 2026, will be observed as a public holiday in celebration of Eid-ul-Adha.
The announcement was made through a special Kenya Gazette notice dated May 25, 2026.
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In the notice, Murkomen stated that, under powers granted by Section 3(1) of the Public Holidays Act, Wednesday, May 27, has officially been declared a public holiday to mark Eid-ul-Adha.
Eid-ul-Adha, commonly referred to as the Festival of Sacrifice, is among the most significant events in the Islamic calendar. Muslims across the world commemorate the occasion through prayers, acts of charity, and family celebrations.
The festival honours the devotion of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham), who was willing to sacrifice his son in obedience to God before a ram was provided as a substitute.
The celebration takes place on the 10th day of Dhul Hijjah, the final month of the Islamic calendar, and coincides with the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca.
On the day, Muslims gather for special morning prayers in mosques and open fields. Many families also slaughter animals such as sheep, goats, cows, or camels, sharing the meat with relatives, neighbours, and vulnerable members of society as a symbol of generosity and compassion.
Eid-ul-Adha also highlights values such as faith, sacrifice, unity, and kindness within the Muslim community.
In Kenya, the day is officially recognised as a public holiday, giving Muslim faithful an opportunity to worship and celebrate with loved ones.
