Gift occasions calendar 2027
Ramadan 1448 is expected to begin on Monday 8 February 2027 by the Umm al-Qura calendar. Founding Day is Monday 22 February which is 15 Ramadan, and Eid al-Fitr is expected on Tuesday 9 March. Below is every gift occasion from November 2026 to March 2027 with its Hijri date and the last sensible time to order its gift.
International Men's Day: Thursday 19 November 2026
It falls on 9 Jumada II 1448 by the Umm al-Qura calendar and is not an official occasion in Saudi Arabia, but it is a chance to thank your husband or father. Order a perfume from his favourite brand or a box of chocolate to open with his coffee a day ahead. See gift ideas for men.
White Friday: Friday 27 November 2026
It falls on 17 Jumada II 1448 by the Umm al-Qura calendar, and as of mid-October retailers have not announced their sale dates. Perfume is what people look for most in these sales. For a perfume gift for an occasion coming up, order it a day ahead and see how to choose a perfume as a gift.
Murabba'aniya and winter: around Monday 7 December 2026
The Murabba'aniya cold spell of the folk calendar begins around Monday 7 December, which is 27 Jumada II 1448, and astronomical winter on Monday 21 December, which is 12 Rajab by the Umm al-Qura calendar. For a cold-evening gathering, order flowers with chocolate a day before. For more ideas, see winter gift ideas.
End of the first term: Thursday 7 January 2027
The last school day is Thursday 7 January, which is 29 Rajab 1448, and in Riyadh Wednesday 6 January, then the mid-year break runs from Friday 8 January to Saturday 16 January. Order the class thank-you gift of flowers or chocolate the day before the last day, so the teacher has time to set the school and the morning slot. See teachers' day and end-of-term gifts.
Ramadan 1448: expected Monday 8 February 2027
It is expected to be 1 Ramadan 1448 by the Umm al-Qura calendar, and the official start is announced after the crescent is sighted on the evening of Saturday 6 February. Order a bouquet wishing them a blessed month a day or two ahead so it arrives on the first day. For iftar invitations, see Ramadan gift ideas.
Founding Day: Monday 22 February 2027
A public holiday by royal order, this year expected to be 15 Ramadan 1448 by the Umm al-Qura calendar. Order chocolate for the office a day before the holiday and a gift for an iftar invitation one or two days ahead. See National Day and Founding Day gift ideas.
Eid al-Fitr: expected Tuesday 9 March 2027
It is expected to be 1 Shawwal 1448 by the Umm al-Qura calendar, and it may be 10 March depending on the moon sighting. Order the Eid gift in the last week of Ramadan, such as chocolate and sweets for visitors, and jewelry a few days earlier. See Eid gift ideas.
Mother's Day: Sunday 21 March 2027
It is expected to be 13 Shawwal 1448 by the Umm al-Qura calendar and comes 12 days after the expected Eid. Order a vase for your mother's majlis a day ahead so it arrives on her day. See Mother's Day gift ideas.
Before you send
- Order a day or two before the rush, especially before Eid and Mother's Day, when everyone orders in the last days.
- The Hijri dates here follow the Umm al-Qura calendar, and the start of Ramadan and Eid can move by a day with the moon sighting. So do not leave your order to the last day.
- Do not know their address? Send the gift with their mobile number and they set the place and time that suit them in Riyadh and Jeddah.
- Unsure of their taste? Let them choose from 2 to 8 gifts, and send the options two days before the occasion so they have time to pick.
- We deliver jewelry in Riyadh only and it needs longer preparation, so order it a few days before the occasion.
Frequently asked questions
When is White Friday 2026?
It is expected on Friday 27 November 2026, which is 17 Jumada II 1448. As of mid-October retailers have not announced their sale dates, and some stretch the sales over the days around it.
When does the first term of 1448 end?
The last school day of the first term is Thursday 7 January 2027, which is 29 Rajab 1448, and in Riyadh Wednesday 6 January. The mid-year break follows from Friday 8 January to Saturday 16 January.
When is Ramadan 2027?
Ramadan 1448 is expected to begin on Monday 8 February 2027 by the Umm al-Qura calendar. The official start is announced after the crescent is sighted on the evening of Saturday 6 February, so it may begin on Sunday 7 February.
When is Founding Day 2027?
Founding Day is 22 February every year by royal order and is a public holiday. In 2027 it falls on a Monday, expected to be 15 Ramadan 1448 by the Umm al-Qura calendar.
Is Founding Day in Ramadan?
Yes. In 2027 Founding Day falls on Monday 22 February in the middle of Ramadan, expected to be 15 Ramadan by the Umm al-Qura calendar. Order the office gift a day before the holiday and an iftar invitation gift one or two days ahead.
When is Eid al-Fitr 2027?
Eid al-Fitr 1448 is expected on Tuesday 9 March 2027, which is 1 Shawwal by the Umm al-Qura calendar. It may be 10 March depending on the moon sighting, so order the Eid gift in the last week of Ramadan.
When is Mother's Day in Saudi Arabia?
Most Arab countries mark Mother's Day on 21 March every year, and it is not an official occasion in Saudi Arabia. In 2027 it falls on a Sunday, 12 days after the expected Eid al-Fitr.
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