Eid Al Fitr 2026 Expected Date
Eid Al Fitr 2026 is expected to begin on March 20, 2026, in the UAE. This celebration marks the end of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting, and is observed on the first day of Shawwal, the tenth month of the Islamic Hijri calendar.
Countries where Ramadan commenced on February 18 are likely to complete a full 30 days of fasting, making March 20 the anticipated date for Eid Al Fitr. However, the exact date may change based on local moon sightings.
The Sharjah Academy for Astronomy has indicated that Eid will most likely fall on Friday, March 20. In many regions, the crescent moon sighting on March 18 is deemed impossible, further solidifying March 20 as the likely date for the celebration.
In the UAE, the federal government has announced a holiday extending from March 19 to March 22, 2026, allowing citizens to celebrate the occasion. Meanwhile, in Saudi Arabia, the Eid Al Fitr holiday will commence at the end of the workday on March 18.
It is important to note that different countries may observe Eid Al Fitr on varying days, depending on local moon sightings. Details remain unconfirmed, and the final date will be determined closer to the event.
