Eid Al Fitr 2025: 5-Day Holiday Expected in UAE
Residents of the UAE can look forward to a potential five-day holiday for Eid Al Fitr in 2025, marking the first long break of the year.
The exact dates will be confirmed by the UAE’s moon-sighting committee on March 29, when they convene to observe the crescent moon.
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According to astronomical calculations, Eid Al Fitr is expected to be celebrated on the first of Shawwal, which follows the month of Ramadan.
If the crescent moon is sighted on March 29, the holiday will run from Sunday, March 30 to Tuesday, April 1, combining with the preceding weekend for a four-day break.
However, if the moon is not sighted that evening, Ramadan will last for a full 30 days, extending the holiday to Wednesday, April 2.
This scenario would provide a five-day holiday, from Sunday, March 30 (which will also be observed as Ramadan’s 30th day) through April 2.
The Dubai Astronomy Group encourages residents to participate in the traditional moon sighting, which involves looking toward the western horizon after sunset.
Those who successfully sight the moon are urged to report their observations to local authorities.
As excitement builds for the holiday, residents are reminded to stay tuned for official announcements regarding the dates.
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