Across the emirates, preparations are underway to welcome worshippers
Last updated: March 28, 2025 | 18:57
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Eid Al Fitr prayers, marking the start of the festivities, will be held across all seven emirates.
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Dubai: As Ramadan nears its final days, the UAE is preparing to celebrate Eid Al Fitr, one of the most significant occasions in the Islamic calendar. Early morning prayers will be held at hundreds of mosques and open prayer grounds across the country.
On Saturday evening, the UAE’s moon-sighting committee will convene after Maghrib prayers to determine whether the Shawwal crescent has been sighted. Their decision will confirm whether Eid will begin on Sunday, March 30, or Monday, March 31, 2025.
Eid Al Fitr prayers, marking the start of the festivities, will be held across all seven emirates.
Eid Al Fitr prayer timings (Timings remain unchanged for both potential Eid days — March 30 or 31):
- Abu Dhabi: 6:22am
- Al Ain: 6:23am
- Dubai: 6:20am
- Sharjah: 6:19am
- Ajman: 6:19am
- Umm Al Quwain: 6:18am
- Ras Al Khaimah: 6:17am
- Fujairah: 6:15am
- Khorfakkan: 6:16am
The Eid prayer consists of two rak’ahs (units of prayer) and is performed shortly after sunrise, without a call to prayer (Adhan or Iqamah). The imam begins the first rak’ah with seven takbeerat (saying “Allahu Akbar”) and the second with five, followed by Qur’anic recitation in each unit.
Following the prayer, the imam delivers a brief sermon emphasising the values of gratitude, compassion, and community. Eid prayers are typically performed in large congregations, either at mosques or outdoor prayer grounds.
Across the UAE, preparations are underway to welcome worshippers. Authorities have designated numerous indoor and outdoor prayer sites to accommodate the large crowds expected. Additional measures have been put in place to manage traffic and ensure smooth entry and exit around major mosques and Eid Musallas.
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