When is Eid al‑Fitr in 2026?

Those who wish to plan early for the 2026 Eid al‑Fitr holiday are already investigating on which days the festival will fall and how many days the holiday will last. With both family visits and travel opportunities, Eid al‑Fitr remains one of the most special periods of the year.

What is Eid al‑Fitr?

Eid al‑Fitr is celebrated with great enthusiasm by Muslims in 2026. It marks the end of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting, and is a blessed occasion that emphasizes sharing, helping those in need, and visiting elders. During these special days—when communal solidarity and the sense of unity are reinforced—people come together, exchange holiday greetings, and renew family ties.

2026 Eid al‑Fitr Dates

Here are the dates and official holiday period for Eid al‑Fitr in 2026:
Arafah Day (the eve): Thursday, 19 March 2026
1st day: Friday, 20 March 2026
2nd day: Saturday, 21 March 2026
3rd day: Sunday, 22 March 2026
There is a total of 3.5 days of official holiday.

When is the Eve of Eid al‑Fitr?

The eve, which is the day of preparations and planning visits, falls on Thursday, 19 March 2026. A holiday greeting you send to your loved ones on this special day will be enough to warm hearts.

When does Eid al‑Fitr 2026 Begin?

Eid al‑Fitr in 2026 will begin on Friday, 20 March, and will end on Sunday, 22 March. These dates point to a highly favourable period for holiday planning.

How many days is the Eid al‑Fitr holiday?

According to the official holiday calendar, the Eid al‑Fitr holiday lasts for 3.5 days. Since the afternoon of Thursday counts as the eve holiday and merges with the weekend, an opportunity for a longer break emerges. Those who wish can extend the holiday to 5–9 days by taking annual leave.

Planning a holiday with your family for Eid al‑Fitr

Eid al‑Fitr is the perfect time for both family visits and an enjoyable vacation. Planning early allows you to make the most of this period.

Visit your loved ones

One of the most important traditions of the holiday is visiting your elders, relatives, and friends. This year you can enjoy your break and at the same time allocate time to your loved ones to strengthen your spiritual and relational ties.

Plan cultural trips

During Eid al‑Fitr you can travel to different cities of Turkey, explore historical and natural beauties. In this way you will both rest and discover new places.

What time is the Eid al‑Fitr prayer?

The holiday prayer time varies from city to city. When the prayer times for Eid al‑Fitr 2026 are announced by the Diyanet İşleri Başkanlığı (Presidency of Religious Affairs), you can easily learn the time for your province. Gathering in mosques on the morning of the holiday strengthens the spiritual atmosphere of the occasion.

Eid al‑Fitr messages

Sending meaningful messages reflecting the spirit of the holiday is one of the most beautiful ways to make your loved ones happy. Here are some example Eid al‑Fitr messages you can send:

• “May your Eid al‑Fitr be blessed. I wish you and your loved ones a holiday full of health, peace and happiness.”
• “To many more holidays in which the sense of unity, togetherness and brotherhood are strengthened… Happy Eid.”
• “May your hearts be filled with love, your tables with abundance. Happy holiday.”
• “I wish you a peaceful Eid al‑Fitr spent with your family.”
• “May all the beauties be with you and may it be a holiday that joins hearts together. Blessed Eid al‑Fitr.”