Authorities in Saudi Arabia have announced that Eid-el-Fitr will be celebrated on Friday, March 20, 2026, after confirming that the crescent moon marking the start of Shawwal was not sighted.
The announcement was shared via the HaramainInfo social media platforms on Wednesday, stating: “The crescent moon has NOT been sighted in Saudi Arabia. Therefore, #EidAlFitr will be celebrated on Friday, 20th March 2026.”
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HaramainInfo further urged Muslims to make the most of the remaining days of Ramadan by engaging in acts that please Allāh, including fasting, prayers, and good deeds, while praying for health and many more blessed Ramadans.
