Shawwal Moon not Sighted: Eid ul Fitr 2026 in Saudi Arabia on March 20

The Shawwal moon has not sighted in Saudi Arabia, confirming that Eid ul-Fitr 2026 will celebrated on Sunday, March 20. The official announcement made by the Supreme Court of Saudi Arabia, marking the end of Ramadan 1446 AH and the beginning of the Islamic month of Shawwal.

Saudi Eid ul-Fitr 2026 Moon Sighting

Saudi authorities, after receiving multiple verified reports of the crescent moon’s sighting, officially declared that March 20, 2026, will observed as Eid ul-Fitr. Muslims across the Kingdom will gather for special Eid prayers in mosques and open spaces early in the morning.

Eid in Saudi Arabia

Eid ul-Fitr, also known as the “Festival of Breaking the Fast,” is one of the most significant Islamic festivals. The occasion marked by special prayers, festive meals, charity (Zakat al-Fitr), and family gatherings. Many citizens and expatriates in Saudi Arabia will take part in these joyous celebrations, exchanging greetings and gifts.

The confirmation of the moon sighting in Saudi Arabia is significant as many Muslim communities around the world follow the Kingdom’s announcement to determine their own Eid celebrations. Countries such as the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and other Gulf nations also expected to celebrate Eid on the same day.