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Eid-al-Fitr (Eid al-Fitr, Eid ul-Fitr, Id-Ul-Fitr, Eid) is the first day of the Islamic month of Shawwal. It marks the end of Ramadan, which is a month of fasting and prayer. Many Muslims attend communal prayers, listen to a khutba (sermon) and give zakat al-fitr (charity in the form of food) during Eid al-Fitr.
Is Eid al-Fitr a Public Holiday?
Eid al-Fitr is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
Many Muslims dress in fine clothing and children receive gifts on Eid al-Fitr.
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About Eid al-Fitr
Read more about Eid al-Fitr.Eid al-Fitr Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Thu | Jul 7 | Eid al-Fitr | National holiday |
| 2017 | Mon | Jun 26 | Eid al-Fitr | National holiday |
| 2018 | Fri | Jun 15 | Eid al-Fitr | National holiday |
| 2019 | Wed | Jun 5 | Eid al-Fitr | National holiday |
| 2020 | Sun | May 24 | Eid al-Fitr | National holiday |
| 2021 | Thu | May 13 | Eid al-Fitr | National holiday |
| 2022 | Tue | May 3 | Eid al-Fitr (Tentative Date) | National holiday |
| 2023 | Sat | Apr 22 | Eid al-Fitr (Tentative Date) | National holiday |
| 2024 | Wed | Apr 10 | Eid al-Fitr (Tentative Date) | National holiday |
| 2025 | Mon | Mar 31 | Eid al-Fitr (Tentative Date) | National holiday |
| 2026 | Fri | Mar 20 | Eid al-Fitr (Tentative Date) | National holiday |
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