UAE residents are gearing up for the first long holiday of 2025 as Eid Al Fitr approaches, marking the end of Ramadan. The much-anticipated break is expected to last four or five days, depending on the sighting of the crescent Moon. If astronomical predictions hold true, the holiday will likely extend for five days, providing an extended period for celebrations, travel, and family gatherings. The official announcement will be made on March 29, 2025, when the UAE’s Moon-sighting committee convenes to confirm the start of Shawwal, the Islamic month following Ramadan.
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| Holiday Duration | 4 or 5 days, depending on Moon sighting. |
| Occasion | Eid Al Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan. |
| Eid Date | 1st of Shawwal (Islamic calendar). |
| Islamic Calendar | Months last 29 or 30 days based on Moon sighting. |
| Moon-Sighting Date | Saturday, March 29, 2025 (Ramadan 29). |
| If Moon is Sighted | Ramadan lasts 29 days; Eid break: March 30 (Sunday) – April 1 (Tuesday) (4-day holiday with weekend). |
| If Moon is Not Sighted | Ramadan lasts 30 days; Eid break: March 30 (Sunday) – April 2 (Wednesday) (5-day holiday with weekend). |
| Expected Holiday | Likely to be 5 days based on astronomical calculations. |
| Official Announcement | March 29, 2025, after Moon-sighting committee meeting. |
| Moon Sighting Method | Residents can look towards the western horizon after sunset, using telescopes/binoculars. |
| Reporting Sightings | Observations should be reported to local authorities or the official moon-sighting committee. |
| Expected Eid Date | Likely commencing on March 31, 2025. |
How many holidays for Eid-ul-Fitr 2025?
The number of holidays for Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 in the UAE will be either four or five days, depending on the Moon sighting. If the crescent Moon is sighted on March 29, Ramadan will end on the 29th day, and the Eid break will be from Sunday, March 30, to Tuesday, April 1, giving residents a four-day holiday, including the weekend. However, if the Moon is not sighted, Ramadan will last 30 days, and the Eid break will be from Sunday, March 30, to Wednesday, April 2, resulting in a five-day holiday, including the weekend. Based on astronomical calculations, Ramadan is expected to complete 30 days, meaning a five-day holiday is likely. The official dates will be confirmed on March 29, 2025, after the Moon-sighting committee meeting.
What is the expected date of Eid-ul-Fitr 2025?
The expected date of Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 is Monday, March 31, 2025, based on astronomical calculations. However, the official date will be confirmed on March 29, 2025, after the Moon-sighting committee meeting.
