Eid ul-Fitr 2026 is celebrated on Friday, 20 March 2026 and is recognised as a gazetted holiday in India. Eid marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan.
Eid ul-Fitr 2026
Eid ul-Fitr 2026 is also known as Ramazan Eid or Meethi Eid. Eid al-Fitr is one of the biggest and most important festivals of Islam celebrated by Muslim around the world. The auspicious and religious festival marks the end of the fasting month of Ramadan and begins with the special prayer in the morning. Every year, Eid is celebrated on the first day of Shawwal, which is the 10th month of the Islamic calendar or hijri. It is the day of happiness, immense joy, gratitude and togetherness.
The word Eid al-Fitr means the festival of breaking the fast during the month of Ramadan. It is a holy month during which Muslim fast from dawn to sunset, and they abstain from food and drink. Ramadan is the time to purify the heart, strengthen faith and draw closer to Allah. On the occasion of joyful festival people offer Eid prayers at mosque, we are new clothes and share sweets and delicious food. This year Eid 2026 date is 20 March 2026 according to the Central Government holiday calendar. Eid ul-Fitr is a gazetted holiday in India.
Eid 2026 Date
Eid ul-Fitr 2026 celebration with great enthusiasm and joy. In 2026, Eid al-Fitr will be celebrated on 20 March 2026, which is on Friday. The Ramzan Eid is observed on the first day of Shawwal, the 10th month of Islamic lunar calendar. The exact date of Eid will depend on the sighting of New Moon. That is why the Eid ul-Fitr 2026 date varies each year.
| Event | Eid 2026 Date in India |
| Eid 2026 | 20 March 2026, Friday |
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Eid ul-Fitr 2026 Celebration
Before Eid ul-Fitr people start cleaning and decorating their homes, buy new clothes. On the day of Eid people take early morning bath and where new clothes and offer first prayer of the day called salhad Al Fazr (morning prayer). All men and boys of the family go to the Eid prayer venue, Idgah or open grounds and perform Eid prayers together. After the prayer people greet each Other by saying ‘ Eid Mubarak’.
On this special occasion, Muslim gave Charity called Zakat al-fitr. It is an important part of Eid ul-Fitr celebration. The aim of charity is to help poor and needy people so that they also celebrate eid with happiness. Eidi also called money is given to the children as a part of Eid gifts. Women cook special food on this is special occasion. Food place important role in the celebration of Eid. The main food of Eid is sevaiyan; other Sweet dishes like kheer, phirni, halwa, among others, are prepared. People visit relatives and friends’ homes and share food and enjoy together.
Eid ul-Fitr 2026 Significance
It is the most significant festival of Islam. Eid al-Fitr has deep religious, spiritual and social importance. The festival is the celebration of completing one month of fasting, prayer and self discipline, the devotees thanks to Allah for giving them the strength of Fast and follow his teaching.
FAQs on Eid ul-Fitr 2026
When is Eid 2026?
In 2026, Eid ul-fitr will be celebrated on 20 March 2026 on Friday. The exact date of Eid will depend on sighting of New Moon
Why we celebrate Eid al-Fitr?
Eid al-Fitr is celebrated with great enthusiam and joy. The festival is celebrated on breaking the fast of Ramzan.
What is Eid al-Fitr 2026 date in India?
In India Eid ul-Fitr 2026 is expected to celebrate on 20 March 2026.