When is Eid al-Fitr in 2026?
Eid al-Fitr in 2026 (Saudi Arabia) falls on Friday, 20 March 2026 (1 Shawwal 1447) according to official Islamic calendar records.
Eid al-Fitr
Eid al-Fitr
The 1st of Shawwal, the morning after Ramadan. Eat something before Eid prayer, pay zakat al-fitr so the poor can feast too, then greet. It is not a second Ramadan — it is thank-you day.
Eid al-Fitr 2026 in Saudi Arabia
In Saudi Arabia, Eid al-Fitr in 2026 is expected on Friday, 20 March 2026 (1 Shawwal 1447) under the Umm al-Qura calendar. Moon sighting can shift a day.
Islamic History
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During the caliphate of which Rightly Guided Caliph was the Hijri Calendar officially established?
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During the caliphate of which Rightly Guided Caliph was the Hijri Calendar officially established?
Correct Answer: Umar ibn al-Khattab (RA)
Caliph Umar ibn al-Khattab (RA) instituted the Hijri calendar with the Hijrah as Year 1.
Under which Caliph was the Holy Qur'an first compiled into a single bound volume (Mushaf)?
Correct Answer: Abu Bakr as-Siddiq (RA)
The Qur'an was compiled into a single Mushaf under Abu Bakr (RA) by Zayd ibn Thabit (RA), and standardized copies were sent out under Uthman (RA).
Which prophet's story is called 'Ahsan al-Qasas' (The Best of Stories) in the Qur'an?
Correct Answer: Prophet Yusuf (AS)
In Surah Yusuf (12:3), the story of Prophet Yusuf (AS) is described as the best of narratives.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Eid al-Fitr in 2026?
Eid al-Fitr in 2026 (Saudi Arabia) falls on Friday, 20 March 2026 (1 Shawwal 1447) according to official Islamic calendar records.
When does Ramadan start and when is Eid al-Fitr in 2026?
Ramadan 2026 fasting begins in early Ramadan, and Eid al-Fitr starts on Friday, 20 March 2026 (1 Shawwal 1447) following 29 to 30 days of fasting.
What is the significance of Eid al-Fitr?
The 1st of Shawwal, the morning after Ramadan. Eat something before Eid prayer, pay zakat al-fitr so the poor can feast too, then greet. It is not a second Ramadan — it is thank-you day.
How can I track Islamic prayer times and special nights on mobile?
You can download the free NamazBuddy app on iOS and Android for automatic Adhan notifications, accurate Qibla direction, and complete Islamic event reminders.