Countries celebrating Eid Al-Fitr 2025 on Sunday
Marking the end of Ramadan, nations across the globe prepare for festive celebrations
DUBAI: Eid Al-Fitr, the festival marking the end of Ramadan, will be celebrated on Sunday in several countries following the confirmation of the moon sighting.
From the bustling streets of Riyadh to the grand mosques of Cairo, millions of Muslims will gather for special prayers and festivities.
As families prepare traditional meals and children anticipate gifts, the holiday will be filled with joy, generosity, and community spirit.
Saudi Arabia
The Royal Court of Saudi Arabia confirmed the sighting of the crescent moon, officially marking Sunday as the first day of Eid. Across the kingdom, mosques and public prayer grounds will host massive gatherings for the special morning prayer. Traditional Saudi dishes such as kabsa (spiced rice with meat) and maamoul (date-filled pastries) will be enjoyed by families and guests. Acts of charity, particularly Zakat al-Fitr, are widely practiced to ensure that everyone can partake in the festivities. Government offices and many businesses will close for the extended holiday, allowing families to reunite and celebrate together.
United Arab Emirates (UAE)
The UAE’s Moon-sighting Committee confirmed that Sunday would mark the first day of Eid Al-Fitr. The country will witness large congregational prayers at mosques and open-air Eid grounds, including the iconic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Celebrations will feature traditional Emirati feasts, charity donations, and fireworks displays in major cities. Families will exchange gifts, while shopping centers will offer special Eid discounts and entertainment programs.
Qatar
Qatar has officially declared Sunday as the first day of Eid Al-Fitr, concluding Ramadan on Saturday. Worshippers will gather at mosques across the country to perform the special Eid prayer. Traditional meals such as machboos and balaleet will be shared among families. The government has organized cultural events and public celebrations, including firework displays in major cities.
Bahrain and Kuwait
Bahrain and Kuwait have announced that Sunday, March 30, 2025, will be the first day of Eid al-Fitr, following the confirmed sighting of the crescent moon of Shawwal on Saturday evening.
Egypt
Egyptian authorities announced that Eid Al-Fitr will begin on Sunday, following Saudi Arabia’s confirmation. The historic mosques of Cairo, including Al-Azhar and Sultan Hassan, will host thousands for the morning prayer. Streets and parks will be filled with families enjoying the holiday, with traditional sweets like kahk taking center stage at gatherings. The government has declared public holidays to allow citizens to celebrate with their loved ones.
Sudan
Sudan has also confirmed Sunday as the start of Eid Al-Fitr. Families will gather for morning prayers at mosques and open prayer grounds. The day will be marked by communal meals, visiting relatives, and distributing charity to those in need. Despite economic hardships, Sudanese families will uphold traditional Eid customs with joy and gratitude.
Yemen
Yemen has announced that Sunday, March 30, 2025, will be the first day of Eid al-Fitr.
Turkey
Turkey’s religious authorities have declared that Eid Al-Fitr will commence on Sunday. The Presidency of Religious Affairs in Turkey confirmed the date based on astronomical calculations and the sighting of the Shawwal crescent. The country will witness massive prayer congregations in Istanbul’s historic mosques, including the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. Families will engage in charitable giving and enjoy traditional sweets like baklava and Turkish delight. The celebrations will also see an influx of domestic and international tourists visiting cultural sites.
United Kingdom
Muslim communities in the UK will also observe Eid on Sunday, following moon-sighting reports. Cities like London, Birmingham, New York, and Chicago will see large congregational prayers, with many Muslims relying on local Islamic centers for confirmation of the holiday. Festivities will include communal meals, cultural festivals, and charitable initiatives to support the needy. Many families will also engage in traditional gift-giving and social visits.
Russia
The Cathedral Mosque in Moscow, under the Russian Government's Department of Muslim Affairs announced that the first day of Eid will be Sunday, March 30.
Iraq
Shia Muslims in Iraq will observe Eid Al-Fitr on Monday, while Sunni Muslims in the country will celebrate the holiday on Sunday.