ABU DHABI – The United Arab Emirates will celebrate Eid Al Fitr on Sunday, March 30, 2025, following the confirmed sighting of the Shawwal crescent moon on Saturday evening. The announcement marks the end of Ramadan 1446 AH and the beginning of the Islamic festival of Eid.
The Shawwal crescent sighting officially concludes the month-long period of fasting, prayer, and reflection for Muslims across the UAE and the world.
As per the UAE’s official holiday calendar, residents will enjoy a four-day break starting Sunday, March 30, until Wednesday, April 2, inclusive of Shawwal 1 to 3. An additional day—Ramadan 30 (March 30)—has also been declared a paid public holiday, making this the first long weekend of 2025 for many workers.
Work will resume on Thursday, April 3, 2025.
The Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department (IACAD) in Dubai confirmed that Eid prayers will take place at 6:30 a.m. on Sunday, March 30 in more than 680 mosques and open prayer areas across the emirate.
“The Eid Al Fitr prayer will begin at 6:30 a.m. in over 680 mosques and prayer areas across Dubai,” IACAD said in a statement issued to Khaleej Times.
Residents can refer to the General Authority of Islamic Affairs & Endowment (GAIAE) and Zakat Fund for the complete list of Eid prayer times across the UAE.
Several emirates have announced free public parking during the Eid holiday:
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Dubai: Free parking from Shawwal 1 to 3, except for multi-level parking terminals. Paid parking resumes on Shawwal 4.
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Sharjah: Free parking from Shawwal 1 to 3, excluding seven-day paid zones marked by blue information signs, which remain active during holidays.
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Ajman: All public parking will be free from Shawwal 1 to 3.
With the date now confirmed, families across the UAE are preparing for Eid prayers, family gatherings, and festive meals. Children look forward to receiving Eidiya (gift money), and major public spaces and mosques are expected to see large turnouts on Sunday morning.
The UAE's Fatwa Council had earlier instructed Muslims to observe the moon on Saturday, the 29th of Ramadan, as part of the official moon-sighting effort.