Saudi Arabia Likely to Celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr on March 30
Saudi Arabia is expected to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr on Saturday, March 30, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. According to astronomical calculations, the Shawwal crescent is likely to be sighted on the evening of Friday, March 29.
Saudi Arabia is expected to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr on Saturday, March 30, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. According to astronomical calculations, the Shawwal crescent is likely to be sighted on the evening of Friday, March 29. If confirmed, Muslims across the Kingdom will observe Eid-ul-Fitr the following day with prayers, gatherings, and festivities. The Supreme Court has officially urged residents and committees to actively look for the crescent on the 29th of Ramadan. Saudi Arabia strictly follows the lunar Islamic calendar, where the sighting of the new moon determines the beginning of Shawwal and Eid-ul-Fitr. Eid-ul-Fitr, one of the most significant religious festivals in Islam, is celebrated with special prayers, family reunions, and acts of charity. Preparations are already underway across the country as people gear up for the joyous occasion. Shopping malls, markets, and public spaces are witnessing increased activity as citizens prepare for the celebrations. Special prayer arrangements will be made at mosques and open grounds across the Kingdom, including the Grand Mosques of Makkah and Madinah.
The government is taking additional measures to manage public safety, traffic, and crowd control during the festivities. The Ministry of Interior has urged the public to adhere to safety guidelines to ensure a smooth and peaceful celebration. Eid-ul-Fitr holds deep spiritual significance as it marks the successful completion of a month of fasting, prayers, and reflection. The holiday is also associated with giving, as Muslims distribute Zakat-ul-Fitr, a form of charity, to support the needy. The final confirmation of Eid will be announced by Saudi authorities after receiving verified moon-sighting reports. Neighboring Gulf countries and many Muslim communities around the world often align their Eid celebrations with Saudi Arabia's official announcement. Millions of residents and visitors in the Kingdom are eagerly awaiting the official confirmation of Eid-ul-Fitr.
