President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has declared March 20, 2026, a regular holiday across the country in observance of Eid’l Fitr, Malacañang said Thursday.

Muslims celebrate Eid'l Fitr for three days after the end of Ramadan, Islam’s holy month, which calls for spiritual reflection through praying, fasting, and abstaining from sinful behavior. 

Ramadan started on February 19. 

Marcos, on Thursday, joined members of the Muslim community and leaders from across the country at the Grand Iftar in Malacañang, reaffirming the government’s respect for the traditions and contributions of Filipino Muslims.

“The declaration recognizes the significance of Eid’l Fitr, which marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan, a period devoted to prayer, reflection, and fasting,” the Presidential Communications Office said. 

Malacañang also extended its greetings to the Muslim community in the Philippines and around the world as they prepare to celebrate Eid’l Fitr with their families and communities.

(With reports from Anna Felicia Bajo, GMA Integrated News)