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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 a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Sun | May 24 | Eid al-Fitr | Public Holiday |
| 2021 | Thu | May 13 | Eid al-Fitr | Public Holiday |
| 2022 | Mon | May 2 | Eid al-Fitr | Public Holiday |
| 2023 | Fri | Apr 21 | Eid al-Fitr | Public Holiday |
| 2024 | Wed | Apr 10 | Eid al-Fitr | Public Holiday |
| 2025 | Sun | Mar 30 | Eid al-Fitr | Public Holiday |
| 2026 | Fri | Mar 20 | Eid al-Fitr (Tentative Date) | Public Holiday |
| 2027 | Wed | Mar 10 | Eid al-Fitr (Tentative Date) | Public Holiday |
| 2028 | Sun | Feb 27 | Eid al-Fitr (Tentative Date) | Public Holiday |
| 2029 | Thu | Feb 15 | Eid al-Fitr (Tentative Date) | Public Holiday |
| 2030 | Tue | Feb 5 | Eid al-Fitr (Tentative Date) | Public Holiday |
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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