Eid-el-Fitr to Hold Friday as Shawwal Crescent Remains Unseen

Saudi Arabia has declared that Eid-el-Fitr will be observed on Friday, March 20, 2026, after the Shawwal crescent moon was not sighted on Wednesday.

This means the Ramadan fast will run its full 30-day course before the celebration.
A Saudi-based online news platform, Haramain, confirmed the development on Wednesday through its X handle.
It stated: “The crescent moon has NOT been sighted in Saudi Arabia. Therefore, #EidAlFitr will be celebrated on Friday, 20th March 2026.
“May Allāh allow us to utilise the remaining moments of this blessed month to engage in that which pleases Him, may He accept our siyām, qiyām & a’māl and may He allow us to witness many more Ramadāns in good health.”