Approximately 200,000 to 250,000 Muslims participated in the celebration of Eid al-Adha in Moscow on Friday, June 6, with prayers held at various locations, including mosques and designated venues. The main prayer took place at the Moscow Cathedral Mosque, drawing a large crowd of around 80,000 people.

Security measures were in place, including the installation of metal detector frames and police presence, particularly at the Cathedral Mosque. Streets surrounding the mosque were temporarily closed to accommodate the large number of worshippers.

Eid al-Adha, observed 70 days after Eid al-Fitr, is a three-day holiday. The holiday includes the ritual of sacrifice; however, animal slaughter is prohibited within the city limits of Moscow. Sacrifices can only be performed in designated areas within the Moscow region, which has a total of 12 such locations.

The head of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of the Russian Federation, Mufti Sheikh Ravil Gainutdin, delivered the sermon at the Cathedral Mosque. Following the prayer, worshippers proceeded along Olympic Avenue.