Eid ul-Fitr 2026 Date

Eid ul-Fitr (1 Shawwal) is the festival of breaking the fast, celebrated after Ramadan ends. It is a day of prayer, charity (zakat ul-fitr), family gatherings and festive meals.

This page shows the expected Gregorian date for 1 Shawwal 1447 AH — the day of Eid ul-Fitr 2026 — using the Umm al-Qura astronomical calendar, with a live countdown.

Important: Eid is declared after the crescent moon of Shawwal is sighted on the 29th of Ramadan. The date may shift by one day depending on your country — confirm with your local mosque.

Eid ul-Fitr 2026 — Expected Dates

Event	Hijri Date	Gregorian Date	Days Left
Eid ul-Fitr (1 Shawwal 1447)	1 Shawwal 1447 AH	Friday, 20 March 2026	—

Dates are astronomical (Umm al-Qura) estimates. Actual observance depends on local crescent (moon) sighting and may differ by a day — confirm with your mosque or local committee.

Formula

toGregorian(1447, 10, 1) → { gy, gm, gd }

Example

1 Shawwal 1447 AH. Gregorian ≈ 20 March 2026 (Friday, expected).

How to Use

1. Read the expected Gregorian date in the table.
2. Watch the live countdown.
3. On the 29th of Ramadan, wait for the official moon-sighting announcement.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Eid ul-Fitr?

The festival marking the end of Ramadan, celebrated on 1 Shawwal.

When is Eid ul-Fitr 2026?

Expected around 20 March 2026, subject to moon sighting.

Is zakat due before Eid?

Zakat ul-Fitr (fitrana) is given before the Eid prayer.

Can the date vary by country?

Yes, by one day depending on local crescent sighting.

Author: Islamic Editorial Team Reviewed by: Islamic Editorial Team Last updated: 2026-09-16

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