In Saudi Arabia, Eid ul-Fitr 2026 is expected to begin on Friday, March 20, 2026. As the holy month of Ramadan officially began in Saudi Arabia yesterday (Wednesday, February 18, 2026), the timing for Eid depends on whether the month lasts 29 or 30 days.
Key Dates to Watch
Expected Eid Date: Friday, March 20, 2026.
Moon Sighting: The official announcement will be made on the evening of the 29th of Ramadan (likely Thursday, March 19) by the Saudi Supreme Court.
Public Holidays: In Saudi Arabia, the Eid holiday for the public and private sectors typically lasts for 4 days, likely starting from Friday, March 20 through Monday, March 23.
Eid ul-Fitr wishes in Arabic
Here are some of the most common and beautiful ways to wish someone a Happy Eid in Arabic, ranging from traditional to more formal styles:
The Most Common Greetings
Eid Mubarak (عيد مبارك): * Meaning: Blessed Eid.
Usage: This is the universal greeting used by everyone.
Eid Sa’id (عيد سعيد): * Meaning: Happy Eid.
Usage: Simple and cheerful.
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Traditional & Formal Greetings
Kul ‘am wa antum bi-khayr (كل عام وأنتم بخير):
Meaning: May every year find you in good health (equivalent to “Many happy returns”).
Usage: Very common and polite for friends, family, and colleagues.
Taqabbal Allahu minna wa minkum (تقبل الله منا ومنكم):
Meaning: May Allah accept [good deeds] from us and from you.
Usage: A more spiritual greeting, often said after Eid prayers.
As’ad Allahu ayyamakum (أسعد الله أيامكم):
Meaning: May Allah make your days happy.
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How to Respond
If someone says “Eid Mubarak” to you, you can simply reply:
Allah Yubarak fik (الله يبارك فيك): May Allah bless you too.
Khair Mubarak: (Common in South Asia/India) Blessed goodness to you as well.
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