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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