Karachi, May 26, 2026 – As Eid al-Adha 2026 falls on Wednesday, May 27 (10 Dhul Hijjah 1447 AH), Karachi residents are preparing for the grand congregational Eid prayers. The Festival of Sacrifice will feature prayers held across hundreds of mosques and Eidgahs starting shortly after sunrise. According to the latest updates, Eid Namaz in the city will be offered between 5:55 AM and 10:00 AM, with multiple slots at many venues to accommodate large crowds.
Here is a detailed breakdown of prayer timings by area from reliable local sources:
Earliest Prayers at 5:55 AM
Jamia Masjid Memon Complex, Block M, North Nazimabad; Saleh Masjid, Near Jahangir Park, Saddar; Jamia Masjid Usmania, Usmania Society, Nazimabad No. 1; Masjid Jamia Ashrafia, Block F, North Nazimabad; Jamia Masjid Khulafa-e-Rashideen, Manzoor Colony; Jamia Masjid Ibrahim, Abdullah Gabol Goth.
6:00 AM Prayers
Suleman Yousuf Molai Park (Former Gol Masjid / Jamia Masjid Karachi Memon), Karachi Memon Cooperative Housing Society; Jamia Masjid Abu Zar Ghafari, Ittehad Town; Zainab Masjid, Jamshed Road; Aab-e-Kausar Masjid, Nagan Chowrangi; Jamia Masjid Mustafa, Sector 16-A, Buffer Zone; and many others across Lyari, North Karachi, Qasba Colony, and more.
6:15 AM – 6:30 AM Slots
Popular timings include Jamia Masjid Memon (Jodia Bazaar) at 6:15 AM, Jamia Masjid Khulafa-e-Rashideen (Gulshan-e-Iqbal) at 6:15 AM, and Jamia Masjid Zubair (DHA Phase 7 Extension) at 6:30 AM. Several Eidgah grounds in Mahmoodabad, Ghani Goth, and Baldia Town also hold prayers during this period.
Popular Central Venues
Masjid-e-Tooba (Gol Masjid, DHA Phase II) typically holds prayers around 7:00–7:45 AM with multiple Jamaats expected (confirm locally). DHA mosques generally offer prayers from 6:50 AM onwards with several slots. Eidgah Maidan, Nazimabad 3 will offer prayers at 7:30 AM, while Qadri Masjid, Soldier Bazar will offer prayers at 10 AM. Worshippers should reach early as crowds build quickly. Eid prayer consists of 2 rakahs followed by a khutbah; no Adhan or Iqamah is called in most traditions.
Important Guidelines
Perform ghusl, wear your best clothes, and recite Takbir-e-Tashriq on the way to the mosque. Public holidays in Sindh are May 26–28, 2026. Follow traffic advisories, especially around Saddar, North Nazimabad, Gulshan-e-Iqbal, DHA, and Malir. The NDMA has forecasted possible rain and winds post-Eid – plan accordingly.
Eid Al-Adha 2026 Prayer Timings Announced for Islamabad and Rawalpindi
Islamabad, May 26, 2026 — Eid Al-Adha will be observed across Pakistan on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, corresponding to 10 Zilhaj 1447 AH. Authorities in Islamabad and Rawalpindi have finalized arrangements for large Eid congregations at major mosques and Eidgahs across the twin cities.
The Capital Development Authority (CDA), Auqaf authorities, and mosque administrations have issued official prayer schedules and operational plans to facilitate worshippers during Eid prayers.
Official Eid Prayer Timings
Faisal Mosque
- 6:30 AM — Eid prayer to be led by Dr Muhammad Ilyas, Director General of Dawah Academy.
Early Morning Congregations (6:00 AM – 6:45 AM)
- Jamia Islamabad — 6:00 AM
Prayer leader: Mufti Dr Muhammad Zafar Iqbal Jalali - Jamia Masjid Madni — 6:15 AM
Prayer leader: Maulana Muhammad Safeer Ziai - Jamia Masjid D-Block — 6:15 AM
- Central Eidgah Sharif — 6:30 AM
Prayer leader: Maulana Hafiz Muhammad Iqbal Rizvi - Jamia Masjid Ghousia Tehkhana Wali — 6:30 AM
Prayer leader: Allama Muhammad Haider Alvi
Prayer Timings from 7:00 AM Onwards
- Jamia Masjid C-Block — 7:00 AM
Prayer leader: Mufti Muhammad Jahangir - Idara Taleemat-e-Islamia — 7:00 AM
Prayer leader: Allama Syed Ubaid Rehan Shah - Jamia Masjid Anwar-e-Madina — 6:45 AM
Prayer leader: Mufti Dr Muhammad Zahoor Jalali - Astana Aliya Naqshbandia Aliya — 6:45 AM
Prayer leader: Pir Ubaid Ahmad Ubaid - Markazi Jamia Masjid Muhammad Jan — 7:30 AM
Prayer leader: Maulana Raza ul Mustafa Noorani - Idara Taleemat-e-Islamia — 8:00 AM
Prayer leader: Allama Pir Syed Riaz Hussain Shah
Authorities also stated that mosques in DHA Islamabad-Rawalpindi would hold multiple Eid congregations beginning from approximately 7:30 AM onward, with first jamaats in several phases expected around 8:00 AM.
Guidelines for Worshippers
Citizens have been advised to:
- Perform ghusl before Eid prayers.
- Wear clean and best available clothes.
- Recite Takbir-e-Tashriq while travelling to prayer venues.
- Arrive early to avoid overcrowding and traffic congestion.
Officials reminded worshippers that Eid prayer consists of two rak’ahs with additional takbeerat, followed by the khutbah, and that no adhan or iqamah is called for Eid prayers.
Special arrangements for women have also been made at selected mosques and Eidgahs.
Authorities further urged citizens to follow traffic advisories around major prayer venues including Faisal Mosque, I-8, G-11, Blue Area, and several parts of Rawalpindi.
Public holidays for Eid Al-Adha will continue from May 26 to May 28, 2026.
Lahore Announces Eid Al-Adha 2026 Prayer Timings Across Major Mosques
Lahore, May 26, 2026 — Eid Al-Adha will be celebrated across Pakistan on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, corresponding to 10 Zilhaj 1447 AH, with thousands of worshippers expected to gather at major mosques and Eidgahs across Lahore for Eid prayers.
The Punjab Auqaf Department has released an official schedule for Eid congregations to facilitate large gatherings throughout the city.
Official Eid Prayer Timings in Lahore
Earliest Congregations — 5:30 AM
- Maki Mosque
- Jamia Masjid Chohar Shah Bandagi
6:00 AM Congregations
- Jamia Masjid Noorani
- Jamia Masjid Hanifia
- Jamia Masjid Al-Farooq
6:30 AM Congregations
- Jamia Masjid Darbar Mian Mir
- Markazi Jamia Masjid Shadman
- Jamia Masjid Madni
7:00 AM Congregations
- Data Darbar — Prayer to be led by Maulana Hafiz Mukhtar Ahmad Nadeem
- Masjid Wazir Khan
- Darbar Madhow Lal Hussain
- Darbar Shah Jamal
Later Morning Prayer Timings
- Lal Masjid — 7:15 AM
- Jamia Masjid Taje Shah — 7:15 AM
- Masjid Bohar Wali — 7:15 AM
- Jamia Masjid Darbar Pir Maki — 7:30 AM
- Lal Masjid — 7:30 AM
- Jamia Masjid Barkat Bibi — 7:30 AM
- Badshahi Mosque — 8:30 AM, led by Maulana Abdul Khabeer Azad
Authorities said special arrangements for women worshippers have been made at Badshahi Mosque, Data Darbar, and Darbar Shah Jamal.
In DHA Lahore, sector mosques are expected to hold Eid congregations around 6:30 AM, while prayers in phase mosques are scheduled from 7:00 AM onward.
Guidelines for Worshippers
Residents have been advised to:
- Perform ghusl before Eid prayers.
- Wear clean and best available attire.
- Recite Takbir while heading to mosques and Eidgahs.
- Arrive early due to expected large crowds.
Officials reminded citizens that Eid prayer consists of two rak’ahs with additional takbeerat followed by the khutbah, and that no adhan or iqamah is called before the Eid prayer.
The Punjab government has announced public holidays from May 26 to May 28, 2026, for Eid Al-Adha celebrations.
Authorities also urged the public to strictly follow traffic and security advisories, particularly around heavily crowded areas including the Walled City, Anarkali, Data Darbar, and Shahdara.
Significance of Eid al-Adha
Eid Al-Adha commemorates the devotion of Prophet Ibrahim (AS) and teaches sacrifice, compassion, and sharing. In Karachi, large-scale Qurbani will be performed, with meat distributed among the needy, family, and friends.
Eid Mubarak! May this blessed occasion bring peace, unity, and prosperity to Karachi and the entire Ummah. For the most accurate and updated timings, check official announcements from DHA Karachi, Ruet-e-Hilal Committee, or your local mosque on the evening of May 26. Timings are based on announced schedules and are subject to minor changes.
Source: ARY News