January 20, 2026

The Shura Council is pleased to announce the expected dates of Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr for the year 2026/1447AH. Based on the Fiqh Council announcement, the dates are expected to be as follows, insha’Allah.

First day of Ramadan is expected to be on Wednesday, February 18th

First day of Shawwal is expected to be on Friday, March 20th

First Taraweeh: Tuesday, February 17th

First Day of Fasting: Wednesday, February 18th

Eid al-Fitr: Friday, March 20th

insha’Allah

“O you who believe, fasting is prescribed to you as it was prescribed to those before you, that you may (learn) self-restraint.” Qur’an 2:183

Ramadan 1447 AH:

The Astronomical New Moon will be born on the evening of Tuesday, February 17, 2026. So, the first day of Ramadan is Wednesday, February 18, 2026, insha’Allah.

Eid al-Fitr 1447 AH:

The Astronomical New Moon will be born on the evening of Thursday, March 19, 2026. On that evening, the elongation is more than 8 degrees, and the moon is more than 5 degrees above the horizon. Hence, the first day of Shawwal will be on Friday, March 20, 2026, insha’Allah.

In regard to these blessed occasions, we are reminded to keep in mind that there are allowances for valid scholarly differences of opinion in determining the beginning and end of the auspicious Month of Ramadan. Mutual respect and humility are pillars of the requirement for unity as we collectively strive to please our Creator in all aspects of our lives.

We encourage every organization and individual to follow that which is most unifying for the community, including consultation with religious leadership. More specific Ramadan guidance, including reminders and recommendations, can be found in the upcoming weeks on our website.

May Allah keep us on the straight path, facilitate us to have a blessed and joyous Ramadan, and accept our devotional acts solely for His sake, Ameen.