All you need to know about Eid Al Adha 2014
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The High Court of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia announced that Eid Al Adha will fall on October 4th. Qatar will be celebrating Eid the same day.
Eid Al Adha holidays is traditionally celebrated for three days.
Expect a lot of people to leave the country for a short holiday, which means the roads might not be as congested as you see now, except for areas like Souq Waqif, Katara Cultural Village and other venues holding Eid celebrations.
If you plan on travelling this Eid, then make sure you check-in early and head out from home 3 or 4 hours in advance. HIA gets busy during this time.
Prayer Timings
Eid Al Adha prayer is soon after sunrise. According to the Ministry of Awqaf, the Eid prayer will be at 5:42am.
Sunrise is at 5.27am on Oct 4th, Saturday.
Where to pray?
Msheireb Eid Prayer Ground open to public this Eid
Eid Al Adha Events in Qatar
There are plenty of activities happening in Qatar during Eid Al Adha
Qatar Tourism Authority is organizing the Eid Al Adha Festival 2014 this year as well. There will be fireworks, magic and artistic shows. QTA have announced that the following venues will participate and hold Eid activities for all.
The Pearl - Qatar
Katara Cultural Village
Souq Waqif
City Center Mall
Hyatt Plaza
Landmark Mall
Eid Fireworks
Katara Cultural Village will have fireworks at Katara beach Oct 4 - 7 starting at 10 p.m. We have attached a map below to help you get there.
Qatar Beaches
The weather is going to much more pleasant starting October. This calls for some quality beach time with family and/or friends. We have compiled a list of beaches that we think you should visit this Eid Al Adha.
(Photo by Ziad Hunesh)
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depends on your company - mostly will declare holidays from 4th to 7th October......
normal office days on the 8th October.
Can anybody tell how many days holiday for Private sector? please mention the opening date after the holidays.
Check your date for accurate report. Which is which? 5th Is fall on Sunday. So, what is the correct?5th or Saturday?
October 5th is a Sunday