How is it calculated?
Eid al-Fitr falls on the first day of Shawwal, the month after Ramadan. Because the Islamic calendar is lunar, it moves about 11 days earlier each year: around 10 March in 2027 and 27 February in 2028.
How many days until Eid al-Fitr?
The countdown to Eid al-Fitr, the festival that ends Ramadan. The date is based on the astronomical calendar and can differ by a day where the moon is sighted.
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Dates for the coming years
Follows the Islamic lunar calendar, so it comes about 11 days earlier each year. Dates can move by a day with the moon sighting.
| Year | Date | Day of the week |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | March 10 | Wednesday |
| 2028 | February 27 | Sunday |
| 2029 | February 14 | Wednesday |
| 2030 | February 5 | Tuesday |
| 2031 | January 25 | Saturday |
Common questions
Why can Eid be a day later in my country?
Many countries announce Eid only after the new crescent moon is seen, which can be a day after the calculated date.
How long is the Eid holiday?
Usually one to three days, depending on the country.