Saudi Arabia announced that Eid al-Fitr will be observed on Friday, March 20th, 2026, after the Shawwal crescent moon was not sighted on March 18th.
Observers across the country, including an official team at the Hawtat Sudair Observatory, reported no visibility, leading to the completion of 30 days of Ramadan.
Bahrain, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Iraq, Lebanon, Yemen, and Palestine have also set the same date for Eid, marking the start of Shawwal 1447 AH.
For Muslims, Eid al-Fitr marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan. It’s a joyful holiday when the faithful celebrate the completion of 29 or 30 days of dawn-to-sunset fasting.
Eid al-Fitr Holidays by day worldwide
