When is the 2026 Fasting Holiday? This is the predicted date that is already circulating

POSKOTA.CO.ID – Every year, the start of the fasting holiday is one of the most anticipated pieces of information for the public. Both students, workers and families take advantage of this momentum to organize agendas and prepare for welcoming Ramadan.

Knowing the estimated schedule early on helps people organize their activities more neatly, from worship, work, to homecoming plans.

This article provides the latest information regarding predictions for the start of Ramadan 2026, the schedule for nearby holidays, as well as various preparations that people can make. All information refers to astronomical calculation data and applicable government policies.

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Early Estimates of Ramadan Fasting 2026

Astronomically, the start of the fast of Ramadan 1447 Hijriah is estimated to fall in mid-February 2026. The reckoning method commonly used in determining the Islamic calendar shows that 1 Ramadan 2026 is likely to fall on 18 February 2026.

An expert in Islamic astronomy explained, “Hisab calculations show that the position of the new moon can be seen in mid-February. However, the determination remains in the hands of the government through the isbat session,” he said, citing an explanation from a source from the Ministry of Religion.

Even though the results of the reckoning provide an initial picture, the official determination of the start of fasting is still waiting for the isbat meeting of the Ministry of Religion. This trial is based on the results of the rukyatul hilal carried out at various monitoring points throughout Indonesia towards the end of Shaban.

The Ministry of Religion said in a previous official statement, “The determination of 1 Ramadhan will be announced after the rukyatul hilal and isbat session are held. The public is asked to wait for the government’s official decision.” (Source: Indonesian Ministry of Religion)

Holiday Schedule Before Ramadan 2026

There is no special holiday for the start of fasting yet

Until now, there has been no official decision regarding a special holiday to welcome the start of the 2026 Ramadan fast. However, people can still enjoy national holidays close to the estimated start of Ramadan.

Two 2026 Chinese New Year holidays close to the start of Ramadan