When is Eid al-Fitr 2025?

Eid al-Fitr 2025 falls on Sunday, March 30.

When is Eid al-Fitr 2027?

Eid al-Fitr 2027 falls on Tuesday, March 9.

When is Eid al-Fitr 2028?

Eid al-Fitr 2028 falls on Saturday, January 29.

When is Eid al-Fitr 2029?

Eid al-Fitr 2029 falls on Wednesday, January 17.

When is Eid al-Fitr 2030?

Eid al-Fitr 2030 falls on Sunday, January 6.

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Q: When is Eid al-Fitr 2026?

Eid al-Fitr 2026 falls on Friday, March 20.

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Quick Facts

Date: Friday, March 20, 2026
Observed in: United Arab Emirates, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Indonesia, Oman, Serbia +2 more
Type: Religious Holiday

What is Eid al-Fitr?

Eid al-Fitr, meaning "Festival of Breaking the Fast," is one of the two major Islamic holidays celebrated by Muslims worldwide. It marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting, and is a time of joy, gratitude, and community celebration.

When is Eid al-Fitr 2026?

Eid al-Fitr is on Friday, March 20 in 2026. Check the dates and days for other years in the table below.

Year	Date	Day
2025	March 30	Sunday
2026 ←	March 20	Friday
2027	March 9	Tuesday
2028	January 29	Saturday
2029	January 17	Wednesday
2030	January 6	Sunday

History & Origin

Eid al-Fitr has been celebrated since the time of Prophet Muhammad in 624 CE. After completing a month of dawn-to-sunset fasting during Ramadan, Muslims celebrate with prayers, feasts, and charitable giving. The holiday represents spiritual renewal and the reward for a month of devotion.

How It's Celebrated

The day begins with a special Eid prayer at the mosque. Before the prayer, Muslims give Zakat al-Fitr (charity for the poor). Families gather for festive meals, wear new clothes, and exchange gifts. Children often receive money or sweets. Visits to relatives and friends continue for three days.

Where It's Observed

Eid al-Fitr is a public holiday in 7 countries. In 2026, it falls on Friday, March 20.

🇦🇪United Arab Emirates(عيد الفطر)Public Holiday 🇧🇦Bosnia & Herzegovina(Ramazanski bajram)Public Holiday 🇮🇩Indonesia(Idul Fitri)Public Holiday 🇴🇲Oman(عيد الفطر)Public Holiday 🇷🇸Serbia(Ramazanski bajram)Public Holiday 🇸🇦Saudi Arabia(عيد الفطر)Public Holiday

Fun Facts

💡Eid al-Fitr begins when the new moon is sighted, marking the start of Shawwal
💡The phrase "Eid Mubarak" (Blessed Eid) is the traditional greeting
💡Sweet dishes like baklava, cookies, and dates are central to celebrations
💡In some countries, the holiday lasts three days with official time off work

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Eid al-Fitr celebrated?

Eid al-Fitr is celebrated on the first day of Shawwal, the month following Ramadan in the Islamic lunar calendar. The date changes each year in the Gregorian calendar.

What is Zakat al-Fitr?

Zakat al-Fitr is obligatory charity given before Eid prayer to ensure the poor can also celebrate. It typically equals the cost of one meal for each family member.