Eid in Morocco in 2026 is expected to fall around Friday 20 March or Saturday 21 March 2026 , with most astronomers and local forecasts pointing specifically to Saturday 21 March 2026 for Eid al-Fitr, depending on the official moon sighting.

Quick Scoop

  • Likely date for Eid al-Fitr 2026 in Morocco:
    • Astronomical forecasts and local media reports indicate Saturday, 21 March 2026 as the most probable day for Eid al-Fitr in Morocco.
  • Calendar estimates:
    • International holiday calendars list Friday, 20 March 2026 as the estimated Eid al-Fitr date for Morocco, with some giving a range of 20–21 March 2026.

Why the dates differ

  • Islamic months start with the actual sighting of the new crescent moon , so Morocco’s Ministry of Islamic Affairs confirms Eid only the night before.
  • Because of this, you often see:
    • Astronomical prediction: Saturday 21 March 2026.
* **Global/algorithmic calendars:** Friday 20 March 2026 as an estimated public holiday date.

What to plan for in practice

  • If you are booking travel or planning celebrations in Morocco, the safest expectation is:
    • Ramadan likely ends on Friday 20 March 2026
    • Eid prayer and main festivities likely on Saturday 21 March 2026 , subject to the official moon-sighting announcement.
  • Final confirmation will come from the Moroccan religious authorities on the evening of 29 Ramadan 1447 AH.

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