Eid al-Fitr in Saudi Arabia in 2026 is on Friday, 20 March 2026, according to official announcements and major prayer/holiday calendars.

Quick Scoop: When is Eid in Saudi?

  • In Saudi Arabia, Eid al-Fitr 2026 is on Friday, 20 March 2026.
  • This follows the Shawwal moon not being sighted on the evening of 18 March 2026, so Ramadan completes 30 days.
  • Public holiday listings for KSA also show Eid al-Fitr as a national holiday on 20 March 2026.

Why the date mattered this year

  • Before the final announcement, forecasts said:
    • If the moon was seen on 18 March → Eid on Thursday 19 March 2026.
    • If not seen → Eid on Friday 20 March 2026.
  • The official Saudi announcement confirmed Eid starts Friday, after the crescent was not seen.

Mini FAQ

  1. Is this for Saudi only?
    The 20 March date is specifically for Saudi Arabia, though many Gulf countries often follow the same moonsighting decision.
  1. Does it always fall on this date?
    No. Eid is based on the lunar Hijri calendar, so the Gregorian date shifts each year.

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