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Arabian Business
25-06-2025
- Arabian Business
UAE Ramadan and Eid 2026: Expected dates for Ramadan, Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha announced
Expected dates for Ramadan 2026 in the UAE have been announced by the Emirates Astronomy Society. The Emirates Astronomy Society forecasts Ramadan will begin on February 18, 2026, with Eid Al Fitr likely on March 20 and Eid Al Adha on May 27. Ibrahim Al Jarwan, chairman of the board of directors of the Emirates Astronomy Society, shared expected dates for holidays and events next year. When is Ramadan 2026 in the UAE? The Emirates Astronomy Society has announced the expected start date for Ramadan 2026 in the UAE as Wednesday, February 18, 2026, based on advanced astronomical calculations. However, official confirmation will be made closer to the time by the UAE's moon-sighting committee, as Islamic months begin and end based on the sighting of the crescent moon. Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, observed by millions of Muslims worldwide. It is a period of fasting from dawn to sunset, prayer, spiritual reflection, and charitable giving. The fast is broken each evening with iftar, often beginning with dates and traditional dishes. When is Eid Al Fitr 2026 in the UAE? Ibrahim Al Jarwan said, according to forecasts, Eid Al Fitr 2026 is expected to begin on Friday, March 20, 2026, marking the end of Ramadan. Eid Al Fitr falls on the first day of Shawwal, the month that follows Ramadan. Final confirmation will depend on moon sighting. It is traditionally celebrated with morning prayers, family gatherings, and festive meals, and is one of the most anticipated public holidays in the UAE. When is Eid Al Adha 2026 in the UAE? Eid Al Adha 2026 is expected to fall on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, corresponding to the tenth day of Dhu Al Hijjah, the final month of the Islamic calendar. The Emirates Astronomy Society forecast the following timeline: 1 Dhu Al Hijjah (start of the month): Monday, May 18, 2026 8 Dhu Al Hijjah (start of Hajj): Monday, May 25, 2026 9 Dhu Al Hijjah (Day of Arafah): Tuesday, May 26, 2026 10 Dhu Al Hijjah (Eid Al Adha): Wednesday, May 27, 2026 Eid Al Adha, also known as the 'Festival of Sacrifice', is the culmination of the annual Hajj pilgrimage, and a time of prayer, sacrifice, and sharing meals with family and the less fortunate. UAE Islamic Holidays 2026 expected dates Holiday Expected Date Ramadan starts Wednesday, February 18, 2026 Eid Al Fitr Friday, March 20, 2026 Hajj begins Monday, May 25, 2026 Day of Arafah Tuesday, May 26, 2026 Eid Al Adha Wednesday, May 27, 2026 All dates are subject to moon sighting and may shift by one day. Why Do Ramadan and Eid Dates Change Each Year? The Islamic calendar is lunar-based and consists of 12 months and 354 or 355 days — around 10 to 11 days shorter than the Gregorian calendar. This causes Ramadan and Eid dates to shift earlier each year by about 10 days.
The National
01-06-2025
- The National
What is the difference between Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha?
Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha are the two principal festivals in Islam, each with distinct religious significance, customs and places on the calendar. While both are occasions for prayer, charity and celebration with family and friends, they commemorate different events and are observed at separate times in the Islamic lunar calendar. Here we look at the difference between the two and special preparations for each. Eid Al Fitr The first of the two eids on the Islamic calendar, Eid Al Fitr occurs on the first day of Shawwal and is to celebrate the conclusion of Ramadan. The name translates to "festival of breaking fast", and it is a chance for those who observed the holy month to celebrate their devotion and discipline with fasting and praying. The key aspects of Eid Al Fitr are Eid prayers, zakat al fitr, festive meals, gatherings and new clothes. Eid Al Fitr begins with Eid prayers, which begin shortly after sunrise. These prayers are held in a large open space, begin with a sermon and are often attended by the rulers and leaders of each country. Leading up to the prayer, Muslims are required to a charitable offering called zakat al fitr. It's a uniform amount, typically measured in food or its equivalent, given to the poor to enable them to celebrate Eid Al Fitr. After prayers are concluded, worshippers put on new clothes to signify a new beginning in purity and gratitude. They then gather in majlises and visit each other for Eid greetings. Children are given amounts of cash called eidiyah to spread joy among the young. While the feasts done in Eid Al Adha are bigger and more symbolic, Muslims still celebrate Eid Al Fitr with food, especially for the first breakfast after a month of fasting all day. There are three days of Eid observed, with most of the celebrations taking part on the first day. Eid Al Adha The second Eid on the Islamic calendar is Eid Al Adha and it takes place on the 10th day of Dhu Al Hijjah. The name translates to the Festival of the Sacrifice as it commemorates the Prophet Abraham's willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to God's command. Eid Al Adha coincides with the end of the Hajj season, when worshippers travel to Mecca to observe the Islamic pilgrimage. Hajj is one of the greatest deeds in Islam, as it teaches patience, good ethics and its rituals bring a person closer to his/her creator. The Hajj starts on the 8th day of Dhu Al Hijjah. The 9th day is called Arafah day during which pilgrims spend the day at Mount Arafah in Mecca. Muslims around the world fast during Arafah day. For pilgrims, there are still steps to completing their Hajj, but for Muslims not on their pilgrimage, the rituals of Eid can begin. Much like Eid Al Fitr, Eid Al Adha also begins with Eid prayers at sunrise. There is no zakat al fitr for Eid Al Adha, but worshippers are still encouraged to donate. This is done with the distribution of meat from the slaughtering of sheep. As the name indicates, families slaughter the symbolic sacrifical sheep, which is then used to cook the feast of Eid, and also distributed to the needy. Each country in the Muslim world has its special steps when it comes to Eid Al Adha sacrifices, with some streamlining the process with the use of technology. Family gatherings are also a big part of Eid Al Adha, as relatives from far and wide visit one another to greet each other on the occasion. Together with Arafah day, Eid Al Adha last for three days with most of the festivities taking place on the first day.
Zawya
29-05-2025
- Zawya
Jordan: Queen Alia Airport receives 814, 819 passengers in April
AMMAN — The Airport International Group (AIG) on Wednesday announced that Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA) received 814,819 passengers in April, an increase of 21.8 per cent, compared with the same month last year. The airport recorded 6,446 movements during April, recording an increase of 11.5 per cent compared with the same period last year, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported. The airport handled 5,538 tonnes within air cargo traffic, recording a decrease of 14.9 per cent compared with April 2024. The QAIA, during the period between January and April, received 2,952,141 passengers, marking a growth of 11.9 per cent, compared with the same period in 2024. Aircraft movements in the first four months saw an increase by 6.9 per cent, with the airport recording 23,972 movements, while air cargo traffic saw a decrease by 16.1 per cent to reach 21,695 tonnes compared with the same period last year. CEO of the AIG Nicolas Deviller said, "We are delighted with this significant increase in monthly passenger traffic, which came as a result of the seasonal travel momentum at the end of Ramadan and during the extended Eid Al Fitr holiday, which allowed many to meet their loved ones or spend a long-awaited vacation." © Copyright The Jordan Times. All rights reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
