Eid al-Fitr 2026 in Saudi Arabia is expected to fall on Thursday 19 March 2026 or Friday 20 March 2026 , depending on the confirmed Shawwal moon sighting on the evening of Wednesday 18 March 2026.

Quick Scoop: When is Eid al-Fitr 2026 in Saudi Arabia?

  • The Saudi Supreme Court has called on Muslims to look for the Shawwal crescent on Wednesday, 18 March 2026 (29 Ramadan 1447 AH).
  • If the moon is sighted on 18 March: Eid al-Fitr will be on Thursday, 19 March 2026.
  • If the moon is NOT sighted: Ramadan completes 30 days, and Eid moves to Friday, 20 March 2026.
  • Holiday calendars and official schedules in Saudi Arabia already list 20 March 2026 (Friday) as Eid al-Fitr (main day) , with surrounding days as official holidays.

What this means in practice

From a planning point of view:

  • Many calendars and international sites show Friday 20 March 2026 as the Eid al-Fitr date in Saudi Arabia , with 19, 21, and 22 March around it as part of the extended Eid holidays.
  • However, the final religious confirmation will only come after the actual moon sighting on the evening of 18 March 2026.
  • So people in the Kingdom are effectively preparing for a long Eid weekend centered on 20 March , while still waiting for the official announcement on 18 March.

Simple timeline view

  1. 18 March 2026 (Wednesday night) – Shawwal moon is searched for (29 Ramadan 1447 AH).
  1. If seen:
    • Ramadan ends at 29 days.
    • Eid al-Fitr: Thursday 19 March 2026.
  1. If not seen:
    • Ramadan becomes 30 days.
    • Eid al-Fitr: Friday 20 March 2026.

Quick reference (holiday-style)

YearCountryEid al-Fitr date listedType
2026Saudi ArabiaFriday, 20 March 2026National Holiday (calendar listing, subject to moon sighting)
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So, if you are planning travel, time off, or family gatherings in Saudi Arabia for Eid al-Fitr 2026 , assume Friday 20 March 2026 as the main Eid day, but keep an eye on the official moon-sighting announcement on 18 March for final confirmation.

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