When is the Day of Arafah? Is the Day of Arafah a holiday, and what day does it fall on?

In 2025, the Day of Arafah, which is the day before Eid al-Adha, falls in June. The Day of Arafah is observed one day before the holiday and is a highly significant day for Muslims in terms of worship, prayer, and spiritual preparation. So, on what exact date and day of the week does the 2025 Day of Arafah fall?

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The date for the 2025 Day of Arafah has been clarified. Citizens planning their holiday for Eid al-Adha are curious about the date of the Day of Arafah, which marks the beginning of the holiday and is recognized as a half-day public holiday. So, when exactly is the Day of Arafah in 2025, and what day of the week does it fall on?

WHEN IS THE DAY OF ARAFAH?

This year, the eve of Eid al-Adha will be observed on Thursday, June 5. Eid al-Adha will begin on Friday, June 6, and end on the evening of Monday, June 9.

IS THE DAY OF ARAFAH A HOLIDAY, OR IS IT A HALF-DAY?

According to information published in the Official Gazette, the Day of Arafah is recognized as a half-day public holiday.

In the private sector, working hours on the Day of Arafah may vary depending on the initiative of the institutions.

WHAT DOES ARAFAH MEAN?

The term 'arefe', which refers to the day before Eid al-Adha, is also used in Turkish for the day before Eid al-Fitr. Similarly, in Turkish, 'arefe' is used to refer to the day before certain days and holidays, or the days preceding a significant event or a period during which events take place.

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