Eid al-Adha prayers held across Indonesia, from disaster zones to tourist sites

Muslims across Indonesia marked Eid al-Adha on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, with prayers held in a variety of locations, reflecting the diverse realities of the nation. From the village of Jatirejo in Sidoarjo, where survivors of the Lapindo mudflow gathered at Masjid Nurul Ashar, to the bustling Masjid Raya Baiturrahman in Banda Aceh, the day was a moment of togetherness and a prelude to the ritual animal sacrifice.

In Timbulsloko, a village in Demak, Central Java, affected by tidal flooding, residents performed their Eid prayers with devotion. Their walk home afterward was through waterlogged streets, a stark reminder of their ongoing challenges. Meanwhile, in Labuan Bajo, a popular tourist destination in East Nusa Tenggara, worshippers gathered at Waterfront City for prayers and listened to a sermon, showcasing a different facet of the holiday's observance.

On the slopes of Mount Merapi in Boyolali, Central Java, prayers were held with the volcano as a backdrop. The government had set Wednesday, May 27, as the date for Eid al-Adha 1447 Hijriah, a decision followed by communities nationwide. In Denpasar, Bali, over 5,000 people offered prayers at Lapangan Lumintang, with local security personnel, known as Pecalang, ensuring a safe and orderly environment for the worshippers.