Is Eid al-Fitr a public holiday in Syria?

Eid al-Fitr is a Festival in Syria, but it is not an official public holiday. Most businesses remain open.

When is Eid al-Fitr 2026?

Eid al-Fitr 2026 falls on March 20, 2026 – March 22, 2026.

Eid al-Fitr is locally known as "عيد الفطر" in Syria.

Name: Eid al-Fitr
Start: 2026-03-20
End: 2026-03-22
Location: damascus

عيد الفطر

Friday, March 20, 2026 – Sunday, March 22, 2026Check 2027 dates →

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Country: Syria
Scope: Nationwide
City: damascus
Type: Festival
Gazetted: No — not an official day off
Month: March 2026
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Date may vary: ±1 days (Subject to official confirmation)
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Impact Description: This is a cultural festival. Business hours may vary in the local area.

The festival marking the end of Ramadan is celebrated across Damascus with family gatherings, sweets, and visits to the Umayyad Mosque.

Is Eid al-Fitr a public holiday in Syria?: Eid al-Fitr is a Festival in Syria, but it is not an official public holiday. Most businesses remain open.
When is Eid al-Fitr 2026?: Eid al-Fitr 2026 falls on March 20, 2026 – March 22, 2026.
What is Eid al-Fitr called locally in Syria?: Eid al-Fitr is locally known as "عيد الفطر" in Syria.

Source: Curated festivals (LLM)Manual