May 23: Moon, Venus, and Saturn Align
Three solar system bodies will line up in the sky and be visible to the naked eye—if we can get ourselves up early enough.
For Muslims around the world, Eid ul Fitr marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting and prayer. It is one of the largest and most important celebrations in the Islamic calendar.
Is Eid al-Fitr a Public Holiday?
Eid al-Fitr is not a public holiday. It falls on Sunday, March 30, 2025 and most businesses follow regular Sunday opening hours in France.
Eid ul Fitr is a time to share great food with family and friends.
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About Eid al-Fitr
Read more about Eid al-Fitr.Eid al-Fitr Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Wed | Apr 10 | Eid al-Fitr | Observance |
| 2025 | Sun | Mar 30 | Eid al-Fitr | Observance |
| 2026 | Fri | Mar 20 | Eid al-Fitr (Tentative Date) | Observance |
| 2027 | Wed | Mar 10 | Eid al-Fitr (Tentative Date) | Observance |
| 2028 | Sun | Feb 27 | Eid al-Fitr (Tentative Date) | Observance |
| 2029 | Thu | Feb 15 | Eid al-Fitr (Tentative Date) | Observance |
| 2030 | Tue | Feb 5 | Eid al-Fitr (Tentative Date) | Observance |
While we diligently research and update our holiday dates, some of the information in the table above may be preliminary. If you find an error, please let us know.
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