If you're searching for how many days until Eid, this premium Eid al-Fitr countdown gives you real-time updates for Eid ul Fitr 2027.

Ramadan in 2027 is expected to end around 19 March 2027, and Eid al-Fitr is expected on 20 March 2027, subject to the sighting of the Shawwal moon. This page tracks the live countdown to the expected date.

What Is Eid al-Fitr?

Eid al-Fitr, often called the Festival of Breaking the Fast, is one of the most important celebrations in the Islamic calendar. It marks the end of Ramadan, the holy month during which Muslims fast from dawn to sunset. The festival begins with the sighting of the new crescent moon of Shawwal, the tenth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, and the celebrations usually last for up to three days. On the morning of Eid, Muslims gather for a special congregational prayer, wear their finest clothes, share festive meals with family and friends, and give Zakat al-Fitr, a charitable donation that ensures everyone can join in the celebration.

When Is Eid al-Fitr in 2027?

Eid al-Fitr in 2027 is expected on 20 March 2027. Because the Islamic calendar follows the moon, the exact date can only be confirmed when the crescent moon of Shawwal is sighted, so the festival may fall a day earlier or later in some countries. This countdown is set to the expected date of 20 March 2027 and will show a greeting message as soon as the day arrives.

How Does This Countdown Work?

The timer above counts down in real time to the start of 20 March 2027. It shows the remaining days, hours, minutes and seconds, updating every second, so you always know exactly how long is left until the celebrations begin. When the countdown reaches zero, the timer is replaced with an Eid Mubarak greeting. You can keep this page open in a tab or check back daily as the big day approaches.

How Do People Celebrate Eid al-Fitr?

Preparations often begin in the last days of Ramadan, with homes cleaned and decorated, new clothes bought, and sweet dishes such as sheer khurma and cookies prepared. On Eid morning, families attend the Eid prayer at the mosque or in open grounds, greet each other with Eid Mubarak, and visit relatives and neighbours. Children especially look forward to Eidi, gifts of money given by elders. The day is filled with feasting, gratitude and togetherness, and many people also take the opportunity to forgive past differences and strengthen family bonds.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days are left until Eid al-Fitr 2027?
The live countdown at the top of this page shows the exact number of days, hours, minutes and seconds remaining until the expected date of 20 March 2027.

Why does the date of Eid change every year?
Eid al-Fitr follows the Islamic lunar calendar, which is about eleven days shorter than the solar calendar, so the festival moves earlier each year in the Gregorian calendar.

Is the 20 March 2027 date confirmed?
It is the expected date based on astronomical calculations. The final date depends on the sighting of the Shawwal crescent moon and is announced by religious authorities closer to the time.

What do people do on the morning of Eid?
It is customary to bathe, wear new or best clothes, eat something sweet before the prayer, attend the Eid congregation, and give charity so that everyone can celebrate.