When Is Eid al-Fitr
Find out when Eid al-Fitr is celebrated this year. The date changes based on Islamic lunar calendar.
Next occurrence of Eid al-Fitr
Tuesday, 9 March 2027
Eid al-Fitr in 2026: Thursday, 19 March 2026
What is Eid al-Fitr?
Eid al-Fitr, also known as the Festival of Breaking the Fast, is one of the two major Islamic holidays. It marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic month of fasting. Eid al-Fitr is a joyful celebration where Muslims gather to pray, spend time with family and friends, exchange gifts, and share special meals. It is a time of gratitude, forgiveness, and celebrating the spiritual discipline of the previous month.
Traditions
- •Special morning prayers at mosques or prayer grounds
- •Wearing new or best clothing, often traditional dress
- •Greeting friends and family with "Eid Mubarak" (Blessed Eid)
- •Sharing festive meals and special desserts with loved ones
- •Giving gifts, especially to children
- •Visiting family and friends throughout the day
- •Charitable giving to those in need
- •Decorating homes and streets with lights and festive displays
Fun Facts
- ✨Eid al-Fitr lasts for three days in most Muslim-majority countries
- ✨The date is determined by the sighting of the new moon
- ✨It is one of the most important celebrations in the Islamic calendar
- ✨Muslims prepare for Eid by new clothes shopping and cleaning homes
- ✨Special Eid dishes vary by culture but often include date-based foods
When is Eid al-Fitr each year?
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 19 March 2026 | Thursday |
| 2027 | 9 March 2027 | Tuesday |
| 2028 | 29 January 2028 | Saturday |
| 2029 | 18 January 2029 | Thursday |
| 2030 | 6 January 2030 | Sunday |
| 2031 | 27 December 2031 | Saturday |
| 2032 | 16 November 2032 | Tuesday |
| 2033 | 5 November 2033 | Saturday |
| 2034 | 26 October 2034 | Thursday |
| 2035 | 30 March 2035 | Friday |
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When is Eid al-Fitr?
Eid al-Fitr (the 'Festival of Breaking the Fast') falls on the 1st day of Shawwal in the Islamic lunar calendar. The lunar calendar is about 11 days shorter than the Gregorian, so Eid moves earlier each Western year. 2025: around 30 March. 2026: around 19 March. 2027: around 9 March. 2028: around 26 February. Exact date depends on the official moon sighting, which can shift by a day or two between countries.
The festival marks the end of Ramadan, the month of fasting. Celebrations typically last 3 days, with the first day being the main celebration. Practices include: special Eid prayer at sunrise, new clothes, family gatherings, gift-giving (especially to children, called 'Eidi'), feasting (sweet dishes traditional - sheer khurma in South Asia, kahk biscuits in Egypt). UK and US Muslim communities follow Saudi Arabia's official date most often.
Eid al-Fitr Future Dates (Approximate)
| Year | Likely Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 30 March | Approximate |
| 2026 | 19 March | Approximate |
| 2027 | 9 March | Approximate |
| 2028 | 26 February | Approximate |
| 2029 | 14 February | Approximate |
| 2030 | 4 February | Approximate |
| 2031 | 24 January | Approximate |
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Eid move earlier each year?
The Islamic calendar is purely lunar (12 months × ~29.5 days = 354 days/year). The Gregorian calendar is solar (365.25 days). The 11-day difference means Eid shifts earlier in the Gregorian year by 11 days annually, completing a full cycle every ~33 years.
Why might dates differ between countries?
Moon sighting methods differ. Saudi Arabia and most Gulf states follow official sightings; some communities follow astronomical calculation. Result: Eid can land on different days in different countries by 1-2 days. Muslims in the UK typically follow Saudi or local mosque announcements.
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