People living in the UAE are eagerly awaiting the Eid al-Fitr holiday, which will be the first major break of the year 2025. As Ramadan passes by quickly, preparations for Eid al-Fitr are already underway. This Islamic festival is celebrated at the end of Ramadan and there is an atmosphere of joy and celebration throughout the country.
The UAE government typically announces holidays at the end of Ramadan, while the official dates for 2025 have not yet been confirmed. People expect that this time there will be 5 Eid al-Fitr holidays. We are going to tell you the details of the holiday, the tradition of moon sighting, and ways to participate in this cultural event here.
Possible Eid al-Fitr 2025 Holiday Dates
The month of Ramadan is followed by Shawwal, on the first day of which Eid al-Fitr is celebrated. Eid is announced after the sighting of the moon, which determines the end of Ramadan.
- If the moon is sighted on March 29, 2025:
If Ramadan ends after 29 days, then the Eid holiday can start from March 30 (Sunday) and end on April 1 (Tuesday).- With this, the total holiday will be 4 days including the Saturday of the previous week.
- If the moon is not sighted on March 29, 2025:
If Ramadan ends after 30 days, the holiday will start from March 30 (the 30th day of Ramadan) and end on April 2 (Wednesday).- This will result in a total of 5 days of holiday, including the Saturday of the previous week.
According to astronomical calculations by the Dubai Astronomical Group, Ramadan is likely to complete 30 days in 2025. If this happens, there is a high possibility of a 5-day holiday, but this will be decided by the moon-sighting committee after seeing the 29th of Ramadan.
This tradition is an important part of Islamic culture, and residents are encouraged to participate. If you would like to participate, you can follow this method.
To participate, look towards the western horizon after sunset on March 29 to see the new moon. Try to use binoculars or a telescope as this can increase your chances of seeing the moon.
If you do not see the moon on that day, you should report it to your local authorities or the official moon-sighting committee. This way, they can make a decision after more evidence has been collected.
According to the Dubai Astronomical Group, the 30 days of Ramadan are likely to be completed this year, and it is hoped that the new moon of Shawwal will be sighted on March 30, 2025. If this happens, Eid al-Fitr could begin on March 31.
Why Eid al-Fitr is Special
Eid al-Fitr is a time of joy, gratitude, and togetherness, and on this day, family and friends come together to celebrate the festival through feasts, gifts, and charity. This Eid marks the end of Ramadan, the month of fasting, prayer, and worship. This Eid is celebrated with great enthusiasm and is a gift for Muslims.
How to get the latest information:
The official holiday dates will be announced after the Moon Sighting Committee meeting on March 29, 2025. Stay tuned to official channels for the latest updates.
