Eid al-Fitr Holiday
Nationwide public holiday in Saudi Arabia · عطلة عيد الفطر
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 19 March | Thursday | Nationwide |
| 2026 | 20 March | Friday | Nationwide |
| 2026 | 21 March | Saturday | Nationwide |
| 2026 | 22 March | Sunday | Nationwide |
| 2026 | 23 March | Monday | Eid al-Fitr Holiday (observed) Observed day off for Eid al-Fitr Holiday (Sun 22 Mar) |
| 2026 | 24 March | Tuesday | Eid al-Fitr Holiday (observed) Observed day off for Eid al-Fitr Holiday (Sun 22 Mar) |
| 2027 | 9 March | Tuesday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 10 March | Wednesday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 11 March | Thursday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 12 March | Friday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 14 March | Sunday | Eid al-Fitr Holiday (observed) Observed day off for Eid al-Fitr Holiday (Fri 12 Mar) |
Observed days are days off given instead of, or as well as, the holiday's own date, for example when it falls on a weekend or the law moves it to a Monday.
Where it applies
Everywhere in Saudi Arabia.
Is it a day off?
Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.
Make it longer
Tue 9 Mar – Sun 14 Mar is a 6-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Riyadh around 9 March: high 30°C (85°F), low 14°C (57°F), rain on 4% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Riyadh. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Tuesday 9 March in Riyadh: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Saudi Arabia
Saturday, 15 May 2027
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.