Eid Ul Fitr 2026 Date: Moon sighting timing in India, UAE and Saudi Arabia

Eid is one of the most significant festivals, which is celebrated with great enthusiasm and fervor across the globe. Moon sighting plays an important role in Eid celebration. Moon sighting night is also known as Chand Raat when people witness the moon and then next day break their month long fast. People across the world are eagerly waiting for this festival to celebrate with their family, friends and loved ones. The celebration of Eid-ul-Fitr takes place on the first day of Shawwal. The day holds a great religious and spiritual significance among Muslims. Eid Ul fitr marks the end of Ramadan month. In this article, we will know that expected date for the Eid celebration across the world including Saudi Arabia, UAE and India.

When is Eid Ul Fitr 2026 in Saudi Arabia?

The crescent moon was expected to be seen on March 18, 2026 but it was not seen yesterday night so people are expecting the moon sighting on March 19 so the celebration of Eid will be held on March 20, 2026.

When is Eid Ul Fitr 2026 in India?

In India, Eid is celebrated a day after the Eid is celebrated in Saudi Arabia. If the Eid Ul Fitr will be celebrated in Saudi on March 19 then in India, the Eid will be celebrated on March 20. On this auspicious day, people break their month long fast and celebrate this day with great grandeur and enthusiasm. This day marks the end of Ramadan. The date varies every year according to the Lunar calendar and it is only determined by the sighting of the crescent moon. Ramadan, the holy month of fasting from sunrise to sunset, comes to a close on Eid ul-Fitr, also called Ramzan Eid or Meethi Eid. According to the Hijri calendar, the event takes place on the first three days of Shawwal. Eid is often observed on different days in different nations since the sight of the moon varies depending on location and atmospheric conditions.

How Eid Ul Fitr is celebrated?

On the day of the celebration, people spend time with their loved ones and exchange their wishes by greeting each other - Eid Mubarak. In addition to celebrating unity and fostering love, generosity, and charity among families and communities, the holiday symbolizes and expresses gratitude to Allah for his mercy and bounty. An early wake-up, a bath, fresh clothes, and namaz prayers mark the start of the day. They engage in philanthropic endeavors such as feeding the underprivileged and giving them clothing, money, and other essentials.