UAE Moon-Sighting Committee Confirms Eid Al-Fitr 2026 Date: March 20
Key Takeaways
- Eid Al Fitr 2026 observed on Friday, March 20 in UAE and Gulf states
- Shawwal crescent not sighted on Wednesday evening; UAE confirms date after committee observation
- UAE and Gulf partners Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar and Bahrain aligned on Eid date
Eid Date Confirmed
The UAE Moon-Sighting Committee has officially confirmed that Eid Al-Fitr 2026 will be celebrated on Friday, March 20 across the UAE and several Gulf countries.
“In fact, Islamic scholars have debated this scenario for centuries”
The decision follows the committee's observation on Wednesday evening when the Shawwal crescent moon was not sighted.
This means the holy month of Ramadan will be completed on Thursday, March 19.
The sighting of the Shawwal crescent traditionally signals the completion of Ramadan and the start of Eid Al-Fitr celebrations.
This determination marks the end of the 30-day fasting period and the beginning of one of Islam's most significant festivals throughout the region.
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