Bayarea Muslim community Eid Wednesday, May 27th, 2026, InshaAllah
Husam Hammad
Asalaam Alaikum dear Brothers & Sisters,
Please see below some of the Bay Area Muslim community Eid for Wednesday, May 27th, 2026, InshaAllah.
1. For the upcoming Eid-ul-Adha planning/information I am attaching (sample below) “Eid-ul-Adha Qurbani/Udhiyah options in & around Bay Area” spreadsheet for 2026 (if you notice any information that needs updating, please let me know and I’ll correct it by the next emailing inshaAllah).
2. Asalaam Alikum, the Fiqh Council of North America recognizes astronomical calculation as an acceptable Shar’i method for determining the beginning of Lunar months, including the months of Ramadan and Shawwal. FCNA has historically used the criteria of the European Council of Fatwa and Research (ECFR), which are that somewhere on the globe, at sunset, the elongation should be at least 8 degrees, and the moon should be at least 5 degrees above the horizon. If these conditions are met, then it is certain that the moon is above the horizon and will be visible somewhere on the globe. Hence the new lunar month will start the next day, otherwise it will start on the day following the next.
ʿEid al-Adha, the Fiqh Council of North America, as usual, will determine the date based on the announcement by the Hajj authorities in Makkah regarding the day of ʿArafah. ʿEid al-Adha will be observed on the day following the day of ʿArafah. We pray Allah blesses the Ummah with peace and prosperity! Fiqh Council of North America.
The Hajj Authority announced that this year the day of Arafah will be Tuesday May 26th, 2026, and Eid would be Wednesday May 27th, 2026.
Salat elEid around the Bayarea:
BVMCC: Tuesday May 26, 2026, Day of Arafah community pot lock Iftar at BVMCC: Eid Wednesday May 27, 2026, at Sportsplex 800 Embedded Way San Jose, CA 95138 Arena #2. Khateeb Br. Sami Hilali. Takbeer 8:30 am. Prayer 9:00 am. Celebration: 10 am to 12 pm. Dhur: 1:30 pm at BVMCC, InshaAllah.
Saratoga Musalla Eid Prayer: Address: 12372 Saratoga Sunnyvale Rd, Saratoga. Time: 7:30 AM. Takbeerat: 7:00 AM – Khutbah by Ust. Zaid Syed.
West Valley College Field - Eid Prayers: Address: 14000 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga (outdoor) Parking lot 5, corner of Athletic Way and Fruitvale Avenue. First Prayer: Time: 9:00 AM. Takbeerat: 8:30 AM - Khutbah by Imam Basil Farooq.
WVMA Important Reminders:
· Come early and carpool to help minimize congestion
· Plan ahead for parking and allow extra time
· Bring a prayer rug as we will be praying on the outdoor field
· Bring a bag for your shoes to keep them with you
· Bring a water bottle and stay hydrated
· Dress light and prepare for warm weather
· We will be praying on the field so bring sun protection such as hats or umbrellas
· Bring a picnic blanket if you’d like to sit on the grass
· It will be a warm day, so please come prepared! ☀️
· Enjoy the morning of Eid with your loved ones by following the Sunnahs of Eid
· Check out this article with hacks for a smoother Eid Celebration with your family
· Recite the takbeerat together on your way to prayers
· Eid prayer is two Rakahs offered in congregation and is followed by the Khutbah
· Read this short guide on how to perform Eid prayer
Parking Guidelines:
· Please carpool and arrive early to minimize traffic congestion
· Parking will be available at Parking Lot 5 (see purple on map)
· Accessible drop-off is available near the gym for elderly and disabled guests only (see pink path on the map)
· Please follow the signs and traffic safety volunteers who will be guiding you on where to go
Evergreen Islamic Center Eid Prayers, 6:30 am, 8:30 am, 10:30 am
Asalamualaykum, Evergreen Islamic Center wishes you a blessed Dhu al-Hijja and invites all of you and your families to please join us for the Eid al-Adha prayers at Evergreen Islamic Center on May 27th! Our prayers will be held at our prayer hall.
1st Prayer (6:30 am): Hafiz Khan & Hafiz Saleem
2nd Prayer (8:30 am): Shaykh Sami Rehman
3rd Prayer (10:30 am): Shaykh Abdullah Qureshi
About our guest khatib:
Shaykh Abdullah Qureshi, a bay area native currently residing in Amman, Jordan, is an educator, translator, lawyer, and long-time student of knowledge. He holds a B.A. in Islamic Law and Theology, and a J.D. from Georgetown University. He has continued to study and teach Islamic law, legal theory, theology, and spirituality in Jordan, Egypt, Pakistan, and Syria while translating classical works in these fields and working on projects with lead scholars of these regions. He currently works as a lawyer specializing in Shariah compliance and previously practiced estate law for Muslims in the U.S.
MVPA Musalla: 849 C Independence Ave, Mountain View, 94043. Please join us for Eid ul Adha Programs at MVPA Musalla:
Arafah Dinner, Tuesday, May 26th (Registration closing soon)
Sign up HERE
Henna Stall on Tuesday, May 26th,
Sign up HERE
Salat ul Eid, Wednesday, May 27th
Sign up HERE
Wednesday May 27th, 2026, Program (volunteers set up after Fajr): Khateeb Dr Omar El Gamal. 7:50 AM Takbeerat. 8:00 AM Salat ul Eid followed by Khutba. 8:45 AM Eid Breakfast
9:50 AM clean Up. 10:15 AM Eid program ends. 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM PDT. Please sign up for MVPA Musalla Salat al Eid. Registration helps us organize and better serve the community. -Please register all guests 13 yrs and above as adults, 12 yrs and below as kids.
MCA - Eid Prayer: In accordance with the Hajj Authority, insha’Allah Eid will be on Wednesday May 27. Takbeerat starts 30 minutes before each prayer. The prayer schedule will be as follows: 1. 7:30 AM Br. Samy Hilali, 2. 9:30 AM Sh. Alauddin Elbakri, 3. 11:30 AM Br. Ihab Badr.
3. On behalf of Rahima Foundation, we wish you and your loved ones a happy and blessed Eid-ul-Adha. For those embarking on the sacred journey of Hajj this year, we pray for your safety, acceptance of your ibadah, and a return filled with barakah. May Allah accept your Hajj, Qurbani, and Duas. As we prepare for Eid, we kindly encourage you to consider performing your Qurbani locally. With rising living costs and recent layoffs affecting many households, families in our community are facing increasing financial strain, and access to halal meat has become difficult for some. Your Qurbani meat can bring smiles and ensure that these families are able to share in the blessings of Eid. For your convenience, we have included the following: • Recommended meat guidelines, • A list of local halal meat providers offering Qurbani/Udhiya services, • Collection dates and times at the Rahima Foundation warehouse. May your sacrifice be accepted and your generosity be rewarded. Jazak Allah Kheyr. Shakila Cochinwala, Chairperson, Rahima Board. Eid-ul-Adha: Meat Donation Guidelines 2026: Please facilitate Rahima Foundation’s Eid-ul-Adha meat distribution to the local needy by adhering to the following guidelines. We CANNOT accept meat that is not cut and packaged per these guidelines. The meat must be cut in stew sizes and packaged in 3-4 lb. bags; The bags must be sealed well. (We recommend Ziploc type bags), Please request the butcher to freeze the meat packages before bringing them to Rahima Foundation, we will only accept meat that was slaughtered and/or packaged by a professional butcher at a Halal Meat store. If you slaughtered yourself, then please have a Halal Meat store package & freeze it for you. Please note: 1. We do NOT accept tongue, head, or hoof (foot), of the animal. 2. We do not collect money to do the Qurbani on your behalf. For your convenience, Rahima Foundation will be open according to the schedule below to help you drop off the meat at our warehouse. (We will not be able to pick up the meat for you). 2290 Ringwood Ave, Ste A, San Jose, CA 95131. Phone No. 408-262-6006. Rahima Office will collect Qurbani /Udhiya meat during the following times:
May 30 -- 31 Sat. -- Sun. 11 am – 4 pm
June 01 -- 04 Mon. – Thu. 10 am – 2 pm
June 06 -- 07 Sat. -- Sun. 11 am – 4 pm
June 08 – 11 Mon. – Thu. 10 am – 2 pm
Rahima Office will be closed on Eid day
We will continue to receive meat after June 11th each week: Mon. – Thu. 10 am to 2 pm
4. ASalaam Alikum Brothers & Sisters, I hope you’re doing well, inshaAllah. Please see below the ICNA Relief flyer along with our Qurbani information, so the community is aware of their Qurbani options:
🌙 Qurbani 2026 with ICNA Relief Your Sacrifice. Our Nation’s Relief.
Fulfill your Qurbani locally and follow the Sunnah while supporting families in need right here in our community.
💰 Qurbani Price: $350 (Goat/Lamb or Cow Share)
✨ Eat Halal • Eat Healthy • It’s Hygienic
📲 Place your order today: www.icnarelief.org/qurbani 📞 1-866-681-0003
🥩 Meat Drop-Off Opportunity Share your blessings—donate 1/3 of your Qurbani meat to refugees and families in need.
📍 ICNA Relief Bay Area 325 N 3rd Street, San Jose, CA.
🗓 Drop-off Dates: May 28, 29 & 31, ⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
All working days in June
📦 Packaging Guidelines: • Cut into 2-inch cubes, • Pack in 4 lb Ziploc bags, • Freeze before drop-off. 📧 khali...@icnarelief.org 📞 510-266-4953.
💚 Let your sacrifice go further this year—serve, share, and support your community. I truly appreciate your support and help in sharing this with the community. Jazakum Allah khair.
Kaneez Fatima, Area Manager, (866) 354 0102 x 5135, kaneez...@icnarelief.org, Donate | Volunteer | Learn.
