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Balearic Parliament protects the right to celebrate Eid: No general ban on the Feast of Sacrifice

Mallorca and the Debate Over Eid al-Adha Rules

The Balearic Parliament rejected a blanket ban on Eid al-Adha and backed local rules instead.

Published: April 22, 2026
Balearic Parliament protects the right to celebrate Eid: No general ban on the Feast of Sacrifice

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Can Mallorca municipalities ban Eid al-Adha celebrations altogether?

No general ban was approved by the Balearic Parliament. The preferred approach is to let municipalities regulate celebrations locally through clear rules on where and how they can take place, while keeping public health, hygiene and animal welfare in mind.

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