Disabilities in Vienna: Eid al-Adha attracts 40,000 celebrations!

Disabilities in Vienna: Eid al-Adha attracts 40,000 celebrations!

On Friday, June 6, 2025, this year's Eid al-Adha, also known as the Islamic sacrificial festival, begins in Vienna. The celebrations traditionally start with a community prayer and a variety of cultural customs that bring the family and the community together. The festival ends on June 9th and is expected to be celebrated by around 40,000 participants in the city.

The collection point for the faithful is the workers' beach bath, at the Brucksteil, with a planned departure time around 4:00 a.m. The festivities run all day and should end at around 5:00 p.m. However, such mass events also bring traffic disruptions with them. According to the ÖAMTC, several streets are affected, including the Arbeiterstrandbadstraße, on Rollerdamm, and the Floridsdorfer Brücke. It is recommended to use alternative routes to avoid the crowds and possible locks.

The meaning of Eid al-Adha

eid al-Adha is one of the central festivals in Islam and is reminiscent of the great dedication of the Prophet Ibrahim, who was ready to sacrifice his son Ismael. This victim was replaced by an animal sacrifice at the last moment, from which the tradition of the sheep or goat victim today emerges. Muslims worldwide celebrate this festival with the common prayer, parts of meals and exchange gifts, which makes it comparable to the Christmas celebrations of non -Muslim families. The slaughtered animal is usually divided into three parts: for the family, for friends and for the needy to promote helpfulness and charity.

The celebrations themselves differ depending on the region, but common characteristics are festive dishes and the meeting in mosques or community centers. Muslims prepare for Eid al-Adha through prayers, fasting and reciting the Koran. In Germany, where the festival is not a legal holiday, many believers take vacation for this special occasion or apply for a liberation from class for their children.

preparations for Eid al-adha

The preparations start in the run -up to the festival: preparations include the purchase of a sacrificial animal, cleaning the apartment and cooking meals. The Muslims endeavor to keep traditions alive while at the same time keeping modern challenges such as urbanization and environmental awareness. These considerations mean that more and more families are looking for more sustainable practices to carry out the victim.