Hari Raya Puasa Dates for 2027 and 2028

📅 The 2027 date is listed in the official MOM public holiday announcement.

You can also view our complete Singapore public holidays 2027 calendar and the currently available Singapore public holidays 2028 calendar.

Previous Hari Raya Puasa Dates

The earlier dates can be compared with our complete Singapore public holidays 2026 calendar.

Is Hari Raya Puasa a Public Holiday in Singapore?

Yes. Hari Raya Puasa is one of Singapore’s 11 gazetted public holidays. Employees covered by the Employment Act are generally entitled to a paid day off.

An eligible employee required to work is generally entitled to an extra day’s salary, although an agreed replacement holiday or time off may apply. Check the MOM public holiday entitlement guide because treatment depends on the employee’s work schedule and coverage.

What Happens When Hari Raya Puasa Falls on Sunday?

When a public holiday falls on an employee’s rest day, the next working day becomes a paid holiday.

Therefore, if 27 February 2028 is confirmed, Monday, 28 February is expected to be the paid holiday where Sunday is the employee’s rest day.

The dates are not final yet because some religious holidays require consultation with the relevant religious authorities before confirmation.

Does Hari Raya Puasa Create a Long Weekend?

The 2027 Wednesday holiday does not automatically create a long weekend. With approved leave on Thursday and Friday, it could create a five-day break from 10 to 14 March.

The expected 2028 Sunday holiday and Monday replacement could create a three-day weekend. However, wait for official confirmation before booking flights or accommodation.

Families should also compare their plans with the Singapore school holidays, as school breaks do not always match public holiday periods.

Is Hari Raya Eve a Public Holiday?

No. Hari Raya Eve is not a gazetted public holiday in Singapore, and there is no statutory right to a half-day.

Some employers may provide early release, annual leave or a flexible working arrangement. This is an employer policy rather than a nationwide legal entitlement.

Why Does the Hari Raya Puasa Date Change Every Year?

Hari Raya Puasa is observed on the first day of Syawal, the tenth month of the Islamic calendar.

Because Islamic lunar years are shorter than Gregorian years, Hari Raya Puasa generally moves earlier each year. Projected dates can sometimes differ between calendars.

For official Singapore planning, check MOM’s public holiday list and the latest MUIS Islamic calendar resources.

What May Be Open or Closed on Hari Raya Puasa?

Government offices, schools and many bank branches normally close on the public holiday.

Some Muslim-owned restaurants, shops and family businesses may also close or operate for shorter hours. Malls, hotels, attractions, supermarkets and larger food outlets may remain open, but schedules vary.

🛍️ Check directly with the bank, restaurant, attraction or shop before visiting. Do not assume every business follows the same Hari Raya schedule.

Does Public Transport Operate on Hari Raya Puasa?

Yes. Singapore’s trains and buses generally continue operating on public holidays.

Service frequencies, last-train timings and bus routes may change because of special events or road closures. Check official transport operator announcements before travelling rather than relying on schedules from previous years.

How Hari Raya Puasa Is Celebrated in Singapore

Hari Raya Puasa, also known as Hari Raya Aidilfitri or Eid al-Fitr, marks the end of Ramadan.

The day commonly begins with special prayers, followed by visits to parents, elders, relatives and friends. Seeking forgiveness and renewing family relationships are important parts of the celebration.

Children and elders may receive duit raya, while families often wear traditional clothing such as baju Melayu and baju kurung.

Popular dishes include ketupat, rendang, lontong and different varieties of kuih. “Selamat Hari Raya” is commonly used to wish someone a joyful celebration.

Hari Raya Puasa is observed by Singapore’s wider Muslim community. Malay customs are prominent, but Muslims from different cultural backgrounds also celebrate the occasion.

🕌 Geylang Serai is known for its festive light-up and Ramadan bazaar. Seasonal activities may also take place around Kampong Gelam.

Event dates, operating hours and programmes change every year, so check the official Visit Singapore Hari Raya guide before attending.

Hari Raya Puasa and Hari Raya Haji: What Is the Difference?

Hari Raya Puasa celebrates the completion of Ramadan, the Islamic month of fasting.

Hari Raya Haji is connected with the Hajj pilgrimage and Prophet Ibrahim’s sacrifice. Both are public holidays in Singapore, but they have different religious meanings and fall on different dates.

The People’s Association Ramadan and Hari Raya guide provides a useful local explanation.

A Short History and Meaning of Hari Raya Puasa

Hari Raya Puasa is the regional name commonly used for Eid al-Fitr. It marks the end of Ramadan and the beginning of Syawal.

The celebration centres on gratitude, prayer, charity, forgiveness and renewed relationships. It is not the Muslim New Year.

Singapore’s National Heritage Board Hari Raya Puasa resource explains how religious observance and local cultural practices have developed together.

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