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Eid Al Fitr 2026

All you need to know about Eid Al Fitr 2026 in the UAE, including start date and holidays

President Sheikh Mohamed spoke of a peaceful future in his Eid message. Chris Whiteoak / The National

President Sheikh Mohamed says region will overcome challenges in Eid Al Fitr message

UAEMarch 20, 2026

Gaza is celebrating Eid Al Fitr under a fragile ceasefire that has been in place since October 2025. AFP

Gaza gets a lift from resuming Eid traditions

MENAMarch 20, 2026

A family performs morning prayers on the first day of Eid at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Leslie Pableo for The National

Eid Mubarak and other ways to wish someone a happy Eid Al Fitr

CultureMarch 19, 2026

Hoppers is the latest animated film from Pixar studios. Photo: Disney

Eid Al Fitr 2026: 12 films coming to cinemas in the Middle East

CultureMarch 19, 2026

Hussain Al Jassmi is the first Arab artist to perform at the Vatican’s annual Christmas concert. Photo: Coca-Cola Arena

Hussain Al Jassmi and Ahmed Saad to headline Layali Al Eid concerts in Abu Dhabi

CultureMarch 19, 2026

Children at previous Eid Al Fitr prayers in Dubai. Muslims across the Middle East remain determined to celebrate the passing of a spiritually important month. EPA

Eid Al Fitr is a time to prove that life goes on

EditorialMarch 19, 2026

Eid Al Fitr will begin in the UAE and across the Arab world on Friday. Photo: UAE Presidential Court

Eid Al Fitr 2026 to begin on Friday, UAE announces

UAEMarch 18, 2026

Eid Al Fitr celebrations across Abu Dhabi offer visitors a chance to learn more about traditional activities. Photo: DCT - Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi cultural sites mark Eid Al Fitr with family-friendly celebrations

CultureMarch 18, 2026

The Lagoon at Park Hyatt Dubai, which is offering half-board rooms from Dh750 over Eid Al Fitr. Photo: Hyatt

UAE and Oman Eid Al-Fitr 2026 staycation deals

TravelMarch 18, 2026

The UAE Council for Fatwa has called for public sightings of the crescent moon

Eid Al Fitr to be confirmed on Wednesday by Moon-sighting committee

UAEMarch 18, 2026

Eid Al Fitr is predicted to begin on Friday, March 20, across the UAE and Arab world. Antonie Robertson / The National

Eid Al Fitr prayers to be held indoors in UAE to ensure safety

UAEMarch 18, 2026

Rain could dampen the Eid Al Fitr holiday. Pawan Singh / The National

UAE weather: Heavy rain and thunder in store for Eid holiday

UAEMarch 17, 2026

Ramadan in the 20th century photo essay shorthand gif. The National

A century of Ramadan in 25 photographs

MENAMarch 13, 2026

Eid Al Fitr is expected to begin on Friday, March 20. Photo: EPA

Eid Al Fitr to begin on March 20, astronomy centre predicts

UAEMarch 13, 2026

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed's directive is aimed at enabling government employees and their families to make the most of the Eid Al Fitr holiday. Photo: Dubai Media Office

Sheikh Hamdan orders government salaries to be paid early this month

UAEMarch 04, 2026

Eid Al Fitr directly follows Ramadan. Victor Besa / The National

UAE reveals Eid Al Fitr 2026 dates for public and private sector

UAEFebruary 24, 2026

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