Eid al-Fitr
Nationwide public holiday in Azerbaijan · Ramazan bayrami
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 20 March | Friday | Nationwide |
| 2026 | 21 March | Saturday | Nationwide |
| 2026 | 26 March | Thursday | Eid al-Fitr (observed) Observed day off for Eid al-Fitr (Sat 21 Mar) |
| 2026 | 30 March | Monday | Eid al-Fitr (observed) Observed day off for Eid al-Fitr (Sat 21 Mar) |
| 2027 | 9 March | Tuesday | NationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced |
| 2027 | 10 March | Wednesday | NationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced |
Observed days are days off given instead of, or as well as, the holiday's own date, for example when it falls on a weekend or the law moves it to a Monday.
Where it applies
Everywhere in Azerbaijan.
Is it a day off?
Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.
Make it longer
Sat 6 Mar – Wed 10 Mar is a 5-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Baku around 9 March: high 9°C (48°F), low 5°C (42°F), rain on 19% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Baku. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Tuesday 9 March in Baku: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Azerbaijan
Saturday, 20 March 2027
Eid al-Fitr in other countries
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.