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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 ul Fitr a Public Holiday?
Eid ul Fitr is not a public holiday. Businesses have normal opening hours.
Many Muslims dress in fine clothing and children receive gifts on Eid al-Fitr.
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About Eid ul Fitr
Read more about Eid ul Fitr.Eid ul Fitr Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Wed | Jul 6 | Eid ul Fitr | Muslim |
| 2017 | Mon | Jun 26 | Eid ul Fitr | Muslim |
| 2018 | Fri | Jun 15 | Eid ul Fitr | Muslim |
| 2019 | Wed | Jun 5 | Eid ul Fitr | Muslim |
| 2020 | Mon | May 25 | Eid ul Fitr | Muslim |
| 2021 | Fri | May 14 | Eid ul Fitr (Tentative Date) | Muslim |
| 2022 | Tue | May 3 | Eid ul Fitr (Tentative Date) | Muslim |
| 2023 | Sat | Apr 22 | Eid ul Fitr (Tentative Date) | Muslim |
| 2024 | Wed | Apr 10 | Eid ul Fitr (Tentative Date) | Muslim |
| 2025 | Mon | Mar 31 | Eid ul Fitr (Tentative Date) | Muslim |
| 2026 | Fri | Mar 20 | Eid ul Fitr (Tentative Date) | Muslim |
While we diligently research and update our holiday dates, some of the information in the table above may be preliminary. If you find an error, please let us know.
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