This weekend marks the end of the final week of Ramadan. In many countries, people are observing the crescent moon to determine the first day of Shawwal, which marks the celebration of Eid al-Fitr. Some regions have already announced their official dates for the holiday. This Saturday, March 29, several religious bodies and organizations are observing the lunar crescent to determine the end of Ramadan. Among the countries that prioritize moon sighting, Saudi Arabia has announced that Eid al-Fitr will fall on Sunday, March 30, 2025, as confirmed by the Royal Court. The same date has been declared in Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Yemen, Lebanon, Qatar, Palestine, and Iraq for Sunni Muslims, according to the Waqf Court. The Kuwaiti Moon Sighting Committee announces that tomorrow, Sunday, is the first day of the blessed Eid al-Fitr #KUNA #Kuwait pic.twitter.com/Z7k0KkW8Ez — KUNA (@kuna_ar) March 29, 2025 Many Muslims Celebrate Eid on March 30 In Europe, Muslims in several countries will also celebrate Eid al-Fitr this Sunday. ??????????́ | The Grand Mosque of Paris announces that the date of #AidAlFitr 2025-1446/H in France will be Sunday, March 30, 2025, Inshallah: ➡️ https://t.co/jXws9vFvBT pic.twitter.com/96xeQH9FXO — Grand Mosque of Paris (@mosqueedeparis) March 29, 2025 In France, the Grand Mosque of Paris has confirmed this date, which will also be observed in Belgium, according to the Muslim Executive of Belgium (EMB). In a statement, the EMB extended its wishes for peace «to citizens of the Muslim faith and all other beliefs». «We invite Muslims to share this festive moment with their families, neighbors, and friends of all beliefs, in a climate of peace and love. The EMB also stands in solidarity with all those celebrating Eid without being able to be surrounded by their loved ones», the organization stated. In Spain, the Islamic Commission has also confirmed this date, as has the Union of Islamic Communities in Italy (UCII). Meanwhile, some organizations rely on astronomical calculations, which have already led to the announcement of Eid al-Fitr on March 30 in Turkey, Germany, and North America. Countries Announcing March 31 Despite using the same astronomical calculation method, the National Council of Imams in Australia has declared March 31 as the first day of Eid. In New Zealand, Sunday, March 30, will mark the 29th day of Ramadan. In several Asian countries, including Malaysia, Japan, Singapore, and Pakistan, March 30 will also be the 29th day of Ramadan. In Oman, authorities have confirmed March 31 as Eid al-Fitr, citing the absence of the lunar crescent on Saturday. As a result, the first day of Shawwal will be Monday, as will be the case in Egypt. #Breaking/ Monday... the first day of blessed Eid al-Fitr after the failure to sight the Shawwal crescent for the year 1446 AH. #Oman pic.twitter.com/s7h020rV3Q — Oman News Agency (@OmanNewsAgency) March 29, 2025 Indonesia has also announced March 31 as Eid, following the absence of the lunar crescent. This date has been confirmed by the Grand Mufti of Jordan, as well as the Chief Judge of Sharia in Damascus, Syria.
