The Shawwal Crescent Sighting Committee 1446 AH will convene on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at Abu Dhabi’s historic Al Hosn site. The meeting, chaired by His Excellency Sheikh Abdullah bin Bayyah and Dr. Omar Habtoor Al Darei, will include experts in Shariah, astronomy, and law to oversee the crescent sighting process.
Five state-of-the-art observatories across the UAE—Al Khatim, Jabal Hafeet, Dubai, Sharjah, and Ras Al Khaimah—are equipped with advanced technology to ensure precise observations. Strategic collaborations with national astronomical centers further strengthen the UAE’s leadership in this field.
The committee invites the public, particularly traditional moon sighters (al-Shuwayfah), to participate in the sighting after sunset on the 29th of Ramadan and report their findings through official channels.
For the second year, drones with high-precision lenses will be deployed from Al Khatim Observatory to enhance accuracy. AI-driven technologies will analyse images and data for precise detection. Media coverage will document the event, highlighting the UAE’s role in advancing crescent sighting methods.
Syria has announced that Eid Al Fitr will be on Monday, March 31, citing the absence of a crescent moon sighting.
Bahrain has confirmed that Sunday, March 30, 2025, will be the first day of Eid Al Fitr, with Saturday, March 29, being the final day of Ramadan.
Kuwait has officially announced that Sunday, March 30, 2025, will be the first day of Eid Al-Fitr, with Saturday, March 29 marking the last day of Ramadan
Qatar has officially announced that Sunday, March 30, 2025, will mark the first day of Eid Al Fitr, confirming Saturday, March 29, as the final day of Ramadan.
The UAE's Moon-sighting Committee announced that Sunday, March 30, 2025, will be the first day of Eid Al Fitr, and that today, Saturday, March 29, is the last day of Ramadan.
Anticipate a jubilant Sunday as Eid's crescent heralds celebrations across swathes of the UK, Europe, and the US. While celestial observations dictate the precise moment, a widespread convergence towards Sunday festivities is keenly expected.
Saudi Arabia announces that Sunday, March 30, will mark the first day of Eid Al Fitr
Oman has officially announced Eid Al Fitr will be on Monday. This follows sunset marking the 28th day of Ramadan, with the crescent moon predicted to be visible to the naked eye tomorrow, Sunday.
Iran has officially announced Eid Al Fitr will be on Monday. This follows sunset marking the 28th day of Ramadan, with the crescent moon predicted to be visible to the naked eye tomorrow, Sunday.
Ten astronomical observatories across Saudi Arabia are actively monitoring the Shawwal crescent to determine the start of Eid Al Fitr. Experts estimate the crescent will be visible for just 7–8 minutes, making swift confirmation crucial.
At the Tumair observatory, sunset is at 6:11 PM, with the moon setting eight minutes later. Favorable conditions, including clear skies and a temperature of 32°C, improve the chances of confirming the end of Ramadan and the beginning of Eid.
As Ramadan draws to a close and Muslims eagerly anticipate Eid ul Fitr, mosques throughout Birmingham have scheduled family events to mark the joyous occasion.
Eid ul Fitr, the first Islamic festival of the year, signifies the "celebration of breaking the fast" and takes place at the beginning of Shawwal, the 10th month following Ramadan.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding the exact date of Eid, Green Lane Masjid & Community Centre and Ghamkol Sharif Mosque have already shared their plans for prayers and festivities.
GLMCC has announced that Eid prayers will take place at Small Heath Park on either Sunday or Monday, with the exact date to be confirmed on Saturday afternoon.
Attendees are advised to arrive by 8:15 AM, as the prayer will begin at 9 AM. While a funfair will be held in the park, it is not organized by GLMCC.
In a statement, GLMCC reflected on the significance of this year's Ramadan, highlighting the impact of recent riots, a surge in Islamophobia, and the ongoing crisis in Gaza. These challenges, they noted, have made Ramadan a time of healing, prayer, and community unity.
The mosque has been providing free Iftar meals to an average of 800 people each night throughout the month—an increase from previous years. This initiative will continue until Ramadan ends.
Additionally, GLMCC's Welfare department has been actively supporting the Birmingham community. Key efforts included distributing Ramadan food parcels to women and children escaping domestic abuse, assisting a total of 125 women and families in collaboration with BSWA, Eman Refuge, and Roshni.
Expressing gratitude, GLMCC acknowledged the many blessings witnessed throughout the month. They concluded their statement with prayers for a blessed Eid and for the acceptance of all worship performed during this sacred time.
Ghamkol Sharif Mosque
There will be five jamaats at the Small Heath Mosque, 150 Golden Hillock road on Eid day, date tbc:
7:00 AM
8:00 AM
9:00 AM
10:00 AM
11:00 AM
They expect the upstairs and downstairs halls to be fully occupied, with a total capacity of 5,000 people.
During each Jamaat, there will be an Urdu message followed by a brief English speech.
Ghamkol Sharif advise all attendees to 'park their vehicles responsibly to ensure there is no obstruction or inconvenience to others'.
There will also be a bouncy castle for children to enjoy whilst their parents are praying, the Mosque added a small surprise will be available for children on Eid day.
The Mosque located on Trinity Road, Birchfield not far from Villa Park, will organise an Eid ul Fitr fayre on April 12.
The event takes place from 12-5pm where families can enjoy food, drinks and games.
No further information is available yet.
The Islamic institute announced Eid Al-Fitr Salah 2025 taking place at Bisley Works, Golden Hillock Rd, Sparkbrook.
It will take place on Sunday, March 30 or Monday, March 31 subject to moon sighting.
Eid Bayan takes place at 9am and Eid Salah on 9:15am led by Mufti Mohammed Tosir Miah.
Approximately 2,477 mosques and prayer areas in Mecca, home to Islam’s holiest site, have been prepared to welcome worshippers for the Eid Al Fitr prayer following the conclusion of Ramadan.
Authorities have carried out maintenance, cleaning, sterilization, and fumigation of the mosques, while also regulating entrances and exits to ensure a smooth flow of worshippers. Additionally, they have inspected audio systems, air conditioning, and lighting, and designated prayer halls for women.
Throughout Ramadan, Mecca has witnessed a surge in worshippers at the Grand Mosque, prompting authorities to intensify efforts to provide a comfortable experience for those performing religious rites. Muslims offer a special Eid prayer early in the morning on the first day of Eid Al Fitr, which is anticipated to fall on Sunday (tomorrow), depending on the sighting of the new moon of Shawwal.
Saudi Minister of Islamic Affairs, Abdullatif Al Al Sheikh, previously instructed all ministry branches across the kingdom to conduct the Eid prayer in all mosques, except those adjacent to designated Eid prayer grounds. In a circular, he stressed the need for early preparations, ensuring that all designated sites are properly maintained and cleaned. The circular also stated that the Eid prayer should begin 15 minutes after sunrise, as per the Umm Al Qura calendar, across all regions of Saudi Arabia.
Across Saudi Arabia, approximately 19,887 mosques are ready for the Eid prayer. These places of worship have been fully equipped, furnished, maintained, and cleaned according to the highest quality standards, as reported by the Saudi news agency SPA.
Pakistan has officially confirmed that Eid al-Fitr will be on Monday. With the sun setting in Pakistan, today marks the 28th day of Ramadan. The crescent moon is expected to be visible to the naked eye tomorrow, Sunday.
باكستان: الاثنين 31 مارس يوم عيد الفطر السعيد.
— مركز الفلك الدولي (@AstronomyCenter) March 29, 2025
غربت الشمس الآن في باكستان ومن المتوقع أن عيد الفطر فيها سيكون يوم الاثنين نظرا لأن اليوم هو 28 رمضان فيها، وستكون رؤية الهلال يوم غد الأحد ممكنة فيها بالعين المجردة. pic.twitter.com/mfem9wp5hN
India has confirmed Eid al-Fitr will be celebrated on Monday. As today marks the 28th day of Ramadan, the Shawwal crescent is expected to be visible to the naked eye tomorrow, Sunday.
الهند: الاثنين 31 مارس يوم عيد الفطر السعيد.
— مركز الفلك الدولي (@AstronomyCenter) March 29, 2025
غربت الشمس الآن في الهند ومن المتوقع أن عيد الفطر فيها سيكون يوم الاثنين نظرا لأن اليوم هو 28 رمضان فيها، وستكون رؤية الهلال يوم غد الأحد ممكنة فيها بالعين المجردة. pic.twitter.com/eQGBrLs2Nq
India has confirmed Eid al-Fitr will be celebrated on Monday. As today marks the 28th day of Ramadan, the Shawwal crescent is expected to be visible to the naked eye tomorrow, Sunday.
Bangladesh has officially declared Monday, March 31, as Eid Al Fitr. With the sun set marking the 28th day of Ramadan, the crescent moon is expected to be visible to the naked eye tomorrow, Sunday.
Source: Gulf News
The United Arab Emirates will use five AI-powered drones and observatories for the crescent moon sighting, reported the Gulf News.
Malaysia has officially announced that Eid-ul-Fitr will be celebrated on Monday, March 31, as the Shawwal crescent moon was not sighted in the country on Saturday (March 29). The announcement was made by the country’s religious authorities, confirming that Muslims will observe the 30th and final fast of Ramadan on Sunday before marking the beginning of the Islamic month of Shawwal on Monday.
The International Astronomy Centre in the UAE has confirmed that sighting the crescent moon on March 29 (Saturday) will be impossible, which means that Eid-ul-Fitr is likely to be celebrated on March 31
Brunei has confirmed that Eid-ul-Fitr will be observed on March 31 (Monday), following the failure to sight the moon on Saturday. The official statement from Brunei’s religious authorities declared that the fasting month of Ramadan will last for the full 30 days before the nation celebrates Eid on the first day of Shawwal.
The Australian Fatwa Council, along with three other prominent Islamic organisations, announced that Eid-ul-Fitr will also be observed on March 31, as no verified moon sighting was reported on Saturday. The decision aligns with the lunar calendar principles followed by Islamic scholars in the region.
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