LONDON – Eid al-Fitr will be celebrated on Sunday, 30 March 2025, in the UK, following the official moon sighting announcement from Saudi Arabia this evening. The sighting of the crescent moon of Shawwal marks the end of Ramadan and the beginning of the Eid celebrations for millions of Muslims across the country.
The UK, along with countries such as the US, France, and Germany, often follows Saudi Arabia’s declaration regarding Islamic months. With the crescent moon confirmed after Maghrib prayers, mosques and communities across the UK are preparing for the joyous festivities of Eid.
Eid al-Fitr, meaning “festival of the breaking of the fast”, is one of the most important occasions in the Islamic calendar. It marks the completion of Ramadan, a holy month where Muslims fast daily from dawn to sunset, focusing on prayer, reflection, and spiritual growth. Fasting is seen as a means to strengthen faith and grow closer to Allah (God).
As the Islamic calendar is based on the lunar cycle, the date of Eid changes each year. This year, with the crescent moon officially sighted, Sunday will be the 1st of Shawwal, bringing Ramadan to a close.
Across the UK, Eid celebrations will begin with special prayers at mosques and prayer grounds in the morning. Families will gather to enjoy traditional meals, wear their finest clothes, exchange gifts, and give Zakat al-Fitr, a charitable donation to support those in need during the festive period.
While Eid al-Fitr is not a public holiday in the UK, the day is widely observed within Muslim communities. Major cities such as London, Birmingham, and Manchester are expected to see large gatherings, with public events and family-friendly festivals like Eid in the Square returning to central London.
With anticipation high and preparations in full swing, Muslims across the UK look forward to a day filled with gratitude, unity, and celebration.
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