When is Eid Al-Fitr 2022 in Saudi Arabia? Eid date and facts

As we reach the midway point in Ramadan 2022, we all have one question on their minds; when is Eid Al-Fitr 2022 in Saudi Arabia?

Our thoughts are beginning to look towards the next public holiday, Eid Al-Fitr 2022, so we can book some well-deserved time off in the form of Eid holiday breaks. With a busy few months, we could all use a break to recharge and relax, right?

Curious about what and when Eid Al-Fitr 2022 in Saudi Arabia is? Eid-al-Fitr is one of the two festivals Muslims have each year. The name itself translates to Feast of Breaking the Fast. It falls on the first day of Shawwal in the Islamic calendar. Eid marks the end of Ramadan; a month of daily fasting and reflection for those observing.

Wondering when is Eid-al-Fitr 202 in Saudi Arabia? The official announcement has not been revealed yet.

Eid-al-Fitr is expected to fall on Sunday May 1, although this is yet to be confirmed by the sighting of the crescent (hilal) the night before by officials. Once the hilal is sighted, we will know exactly when is Eid-al-Fitr 2022 in Saudi Arabia.

When is Eid-al-Fitr 2022 in Saudi Arabia: shot of colourful sky with hilal moon/crescent moon

Eid school holidays in Saudi Arabia

The Saudi Arabia Eid-Al-Fitr 2022 school holiday was announced – and students in the Kingdom will have a longer break starting from Thursday April 21 until Thursday May 5. T

Saudi Arabia private sector holidays

The Eid-Al-Fitr 2022 holiday for the private sector in Saudi Arabia has also been announced. The Saudi Arabia Eid 2022 holiday for the private sector and non-profit sectors will start from “the end of the working day” on Saturday, April 30 and end on Thursday, May 5, as per the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development.

Stay with Time Out for updates and official confirmation of the Eid holidays.

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