Eid- al- Fitr (End of Ramadan)
- What
- Eid- al- Fitr (End of Ramadan)
- When
- 5/13/2021
- Where
- Islam
Eid al-Fitr, also called the "Festival of Breaking the Fast", is a religious holiday celebrated by Muslims worldwide that marks the end of the month-long dawn-to-sunset fasting of Ramadan.
On this day, many Muslims attend communal prayers and listen to a sermon on the first day of the month of Shawwal. On this day, community is heavily promoted. There are prayers held outside or in large venues, such as sports arenas in which many Muslims may travel far to participate in. Some communities organize different festivities such as communal meals or events for children.
If a Muslim has not given zakat al-fitr during Ramadan, he or she can give this on Eid-al-Fitr. Zakat al-fitr is, is a form of charity consisting of a quantity of food or its monetary equivalent given to the poor. Many Muslims may also prepare festive meals to share, wear new clothes, visit relatives and give presents or candy to children. Cards can also be sent, often featuring the words “Eid Mubbarak” (blessed Eid).