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Eid Al-Fitr
From top: Muslims performing the Eid prayer atSüleymaniye Mosque,Istanbul, Turkey; cakes and sweets, which are popularly consumed during the celebration in Algeria; asparklerbeing lit during Eid celebrations in Indonesia
Official nameArabic:عيد الفطر,romanized:Eid al-Fiṭr
Also calledFestival of Breaking the Fast, Lesser Eid, Sweet Eid, Sugar Feast
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TypeIslamic
SignificanceCommemoration to mark the end offastinginRamadan
CelebrationsEid prayers,charity,social gatherings, festive meals,gift-giving,dressing up,Lebaran
Date1Shawwal[1]
2025 date31 March – 2 April[a][2]
2026 date20 March - 22 March
Related toRamadan,Eid al-Adha
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Eid al-Fitr(/ˌiːdəlˈfɪtər,-trə/EEDəlFIT-ər, -⁠rə;Arabic:عيد الفطر,romanized:ʿĪd al-Fiṭr,IPA:[ʕiːdalˈfɪtˤr],lit. 'Holiday of Breaking the Fast'[4]) is the earlier of the two officialholidays celebrated within Islam(the other beingEid al-Adha). Eid al-Fitr is celebrated byMuslimsworldwide because it marks the end of the month-long dawn-to-dusk fasting ofRamadan.[5]Eid al-Fitr falls on the first day ofShawwalin theIslamic calendar;this does not always fall on the sameGregorian day,as the start of any lunarHijrimonth varies based on when the new moon is sighted by local religious authorities. The holiday is known under various other names in different languages and countries around the world. The day is also called "Lesser Eid"(Arabic:العيد الصغير,romanized:al-ʿĪd al-Ṣaghīr), or simply Eid.[6]

Eid al-Fitr has a particularsalahthat consists of tworakatsgenerally performed in an open field or large hall. It may only be performed in congregation (jamāʿat) and features seven additionalTakbirs(raising of the hands to the ears whilst reciting theTakbir,saying "Allāhu ʾAkbar", meaning "God is the greatest" ). In theHanafischool ofSunni Islam,there are threeTakbirsat the start of the firstrakatand three just beforerukūʿin the secondrakat.[7]Other Sunni schools usually have 12Takbirs,similarly split in groups of seven and five. InShia Islam,thesalathas sixTakbirsin the firstrakatat the end ofTilawa,beforerukūʿ,and five in the second.[8]Depending on the juristic opinion of the locality, thissalatis eitherfarḍ(فرض,obligatory) ormustaḥabb(strongly recommended). After thesalat,Muslims celebrate the Eid al-Fitr in various ways withfoodbeing a central theme,[9]which also gives the holiday the nickname "Sweet Eid" or "Sugar Feast".[10][11]

History[edit]

According to Muslim tradition,Muhammadinstituted the celebration of Eid al-Fitr.[12]According to certainahadith,these festivals were initiated inMedinaafter themigration of Muhammad from Mecca.Anas ibn Malik,acompanion of Muhammad,narrated that when Muhammad arrived in Medina, he found people celebrating two specific days in which they entertained themselves with recreation. Muhammad then remarked thatGodhad fixed two mandatory days of festivity: Eid al-Fitr andEid al-Adha.[13]

General rituals[edit]

See also:Zakat al-Fitr

Eid al-Fitr begins at sunset on the night of the first sighting of the crescent moon. The night on which the moon is sighted is celebrated asChand Raat.If the moon is not observed immediately after the 29th day of the previous lunar month (either because clouds block its view or because the western sky is still too bright when the moon sets), then the holiday is celebrated the following day.[14]Eid al-Fitr is celebrated for one to three days, depending on the country.[15]It isforbiddento fast on the Day of Eid, and a specific prayer is nominated for this day.[16]As an obligatory act of charity, money is paid to the poor and the needy (zakat al-Fitr) before performing the 'Eid prayer.[17]

Eid prayer andeidgah[edit]

Further information:Eid prayersandEidgah

The Eid prayer is performed by the congregation in an open area such as a field, community center, or mosque.[15]Nocall to prayeris given for this Eid prayer, and it consists of only tworakaʿāt,with a variable amount oftakbirsand other prayer elements depending on thebranch of Islamobserved. The Eid prayer is followed by thekhutbahand then aduaasking for God's forgiveness, mercy, peace and blessings for all living beings across the world. The sermon also instructs Muslims as to the performance of rituals of Eid, such as thezakāt.[18]The sermon of Eid takes place after the Eid prayer, unlikeFriday prayerwhich comes first before prayer. Some imams believe that listening to the sermon at Eid is optional.[19]After the prayers, Muslims visit their relatives, friends, and acquaintances or hold large communal celebrations in homes, community centers, or rented halls.[15]

ManyMuslimsoften bring prayer rugs to the mosque on Eid al-Fitr.

Sunni procedure[edit]

As ritual dictates, Sunnis praise God in a loud voice while going to the Eid prayer:

Allāhu Akbar, Allāhu Akbar, Allāhu Akbar. Lā ilāha illà l-Lāh. Allāhu Akbar, Allahu akbar, wa-li-l-Lāh al-ḥamd

Recitation ceases when they get to the place of Eid or once the Imam commences activities.[20]

The prayer starts by doingniyyah"intention" for the prayer before the takbir is said by theimam.Next, the takbir al-ihramis performed, by saying takbir three times, raising hands to the ears and dropping them each time, except for the last when the hands are folded. The Imam then readsal-Fatihah,followed by another surah. The congregation performsrukuandsujud.This completes the firstrak'ah.[21]

The congregation rises and folds their hands for the second rak'ah, after which the imam recites al-Fatiha followed by another surah. After this, three takbirs are called out just before the ruku, each time raising hands to the ears and dropping them. For the fourth time, the congregation says Allahu Akbar and subsequently goes into the ruku. The rest of the prayer is completed regularly. This completes the Eid prayer. After the prayer, there is a khutbah.[22]

Shia procedure[edit]

The prayer starts with theNiyyatfollowed by fiveTakbirs.During everyTakbirof the firstrakat,a specialDuais recited. Then, the Imam recitesSūrat al-FātiḥahandSurat Al-'A`láand the congregation performsRukuandSujudas in other prayers. In the secondRakat,the same above steps (fiveTakbeers, Sūrat al-FātiḥahandSurat Al-'A`lá, RukuandSujud) are repeated. After the prayer,Khutbahstarts.[23]

Post-prayer celebration[edit]

A panorama in 12 folds showing an imperial Eid al-Fitr procession byBahadur Shah Zafar(Delhi,Mughal Empire,now India)
See also:Eid cuisine

During the Eid celebration, Muslims greet each other by saying'Eid Mubarak',which is Arabic for "Blessed Eid". As it comes after a month of fasting, sweet dishes and foods are often prepared and consumed during the celebration. Muslims typically decorate their homes, and are also encouraged to forgive each other and seek forgiveness. In countries with large Muslim populations, it is normally a public holiday with most schools and businesses closed for the day. Practices differ by country and region.[24]

Practices and culture by country[edit]

West Asia[edit]

A girl withhennaon her hand, during the Eid prayer

Arab States of the Persian Gulf[edit]

In theUnited Arab Emiratesand otherArab states of the Persian Gulf countrieslikeQatar,men would typically buy newKandora(traditional white long robe) or dye their existingKandoraswithwalnut oil.Women would wear special clothes for the occasion along with special perfumes and braids. Mostmajliseswould offer fruits,dates,tea or coffee to visitors. Those who live in rural areas tend to celebrate more modestly.[25]Buildings, shops, roads and houses in UAE cities get decorated in bright festive lights.[26]Many shows such as theatres would also occur.[27]

InBahrain,families often celebrate the festival with an eid dinner consisting ofquziormachboosrice dishes, while popular sweets includehalwaor khanfroosh (seeBahraini cuisine). Men typically wearthawbsand women wearabayas,the latter also paintinghennaon their hands or feet.[28]

Saudisdecorate their homes and prepare sumptuous meals for family and friends. They prepare new clothes and shoes for the festival. Eid festivities in Saudi Arabia may vary culturally depending on the region, but one common thread in all celebrations is generosity and hospitality. It is a common Saudi tradition for families to gather at the patriarchal home after the Eid prayers. Before the special Eid meal is served, young children will line up in front of each adult family member, who dispense money as gifts to the children.[29]

Omaniswould typically eat foods such as shuwa (slow-cooked lamb) with coffee (seeOmani cuisine). In some places such asIbri,folklore songs and traditional dancing are often performed.[30]

In modern times, supermarkets, corporates, and malls compete to attract children during this time via advertising in newspapers and on TV, and by offering special promotions and arranging closedGargee'anevents to market themselves.[31]

Iran[edit]

Eid-e-Fitr feastpostage stampof Iran (1984)

InIran,where the occasion is known asEid-e-Fitr(Persian:عید فطر), several groups of experts representing the office ofAyatollah Khameneigo to the different zones of the country at the last days of Ramadan to determine the date of Eid.[32]Iranian Muslims take part in the Eid al-Fitr prayer and pay theZakat al-Fitr.[33]The Eid al-Fitr prayer, and the following sermon, has been led by Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei,Supreme Leader of Iran,atTehran'sGrand Mosalla mosque of Tehran(Mossalla).[34]The celebration is typically marked by a one- or two-day national holiday.[35]

Palestine, Jordan, Syria, and Lebanon[edit]

After the Eid al-Fitr prayer, the people ofJerusalemwill decorate the courtyards of theal-Aqsa Mosquewith toys for children who come from all Palestinian areas to participate in the Eid al-Fitr prayer rituals. Many Palestinians go out to visit the families ofPalestinian prisoners in Israel,visit the prisons themselves, and visit graves to lay wreaths on them.[36]

Palestinians and Jordanians decorate their homes and prepare sumptuous meals for family and friends. They prepare new clothes and shoes for the festival. Eid festivities in Palestine and Jordan may vary culturally depending on the region, but one common thread in all celebrations is generosity and hospitality. It is a common Palestinian Jordanian tradition for families to gather at the patriarchal home after the Eid prayers. Before the special Eid meal is served, young children will line up in front of each adult family member, who dispense money as gifts to the children. Jordanians also hangfanousor "Eid lanterns".[24]

InLebanon,many concerts take place during Eid al-Fitr by Lebanese and other Arab superstars. Musicians also perform on the Beirut waterfront. Other activities include art exhibitions.[37]

Ma'amoulandKahkare popular cookie treats baked and consumed during Eid in Palestine, Jordan, Syria and Lebanon.[38]

Iraq[edit]

In Iraq,kleicha(the traditional snack)[39]and lamb are popular foods.[40]

TheIraqi Kurdstend to visit cemeteries to remember their lost ones one day before the festival. After the prayers, Iraqi Kurdish families would gather together for large breakfasts of rice and stew, as well as candies, nuts and caffeinated beverages.[41]

Yemen[edit]

In Yemen,Bint al-sahnis the preferred snack during Eid celebrations.[42]

Africa[edit]

Group ofYaowomen sharing a meal ofugaliduring Eid ul-Fitr inMozambique

Egypt[edit]

Colorful Ramadan lanterns (fanous) at asoukin Egypt

Egyptians spend the first day of Eid al-Fitr to gather all family members and celebrate the Eid at public gardens. And also offers Eid Prayers in the Morning at their Local times, which are not same in different areas. Same asCairo Salah timeis not same to Alexandria. It is customary for children to also receive anEidi,a small sum of money to be spent on activities throughout the Eid.[43]Egyptians like to celebrate with others, so the streets are always crowded during the days and nights of Eid.[44]

Nigeria[edit]

Eid is popularly known as Small Sallah inNigeria.During the day, people generally greet each other by saying Barka Da Sallah, which when translated means "Greetings on Sallah" in theHausa language.The celebrations last as long as 3 days.[45]

Tunisia[edit]

Tunisiacelebrates Eid for three days (with preparations starting several days earlier), two of which are national holidays. Special Sweets and biscuits, includingBaklavaand several kinds of "ka'ak",marzipan,cookiesare made or bought to give to friends and relatives on the day.[46]kids receive gifts from parents and elderly relatives, usually money or even toys. They also invite close friends and relatives for the Eid dinner. After Eid dinner people love to sing and dance.

Somalia[edit]

People at the ocean beach during Eid al-Fitr inMogadishu

In Somalia and other Islamic parts of theHorn region,Eid al-Fitr is observed by the Muslim communities. Celebrations marking the event are typically accompanied by elaborate banquets, where special dishes such asxalwo(halwo) and buskut (buskuit) are served.[47]

Tanzania[edit]

Muslims inTanzaniacelebrate Eid al-Fitr, when they normally dress in fine clothes and decorate their homes with lights. Special foods are prepared and shared with family and visitors, while children receive gifts.[48]InZanzibarit is popular for locals to buy new clothing, while women would shop for handbags, necklaces and other clothing. For some youngsters Eid nights involve dancing at a club. Children would receive coins of money from locals.[49]

South Africa[edit]

Muslims inDurbanduring Eid al-Fitr prayers

InCape Town,hundreds of Muslims—each with something to share with others at the time of the breaking of the fast—gather atGreen Pointin the evening of the last day of Ramadan for the sighting of the moon. TheMaghrib(sunset) prayer is then performed in congregation and the formal moon-sighting results are announced thereafter.[50]

Morocco[edit]

Eid al-Fitr mass prayer inMorocco

Eid es-Seghiris the name of Eid al-Fitr amongMoroccans.Many families have a tradition of buying new clothes for their children during the holiday. Common food choices for eid dinner includecouscous,lamb or beefbrochettesand others.[51]In the north, musicians playAndalusian musicaccompanied by fast clapping.[52]

Ethiopia[edit]

Eid is an important event forMuslims in Ethiopia,who form the largest Muslim community in East Africa.[53]

Sudan[edit]

InSudan,where 97% of the population is Muslim,[54]preparations for Eid begin the last few days of Ramadan. For days,ka'ak(sugar powdered cookies),bettifour(dry baked goods including dainty biscuits, baked meringues and macaroons—whose name are derived from the Frenchpetit four), and popcorn are baked in large batches to serve to guests and to give to family and friends; dressy Eid clothes are either shopped for or sewn; girls and women decorate their hands and feet withhenna;and parts of the house may even be painted. The night before Eid, the whole household partakes in cleaning the house and yard and setting out the finest bedsheets, table cloths, and decorations. On the day of Eid, men and boys (and occasionally women and girls) will attend the Eid prayer. For the next 3 days, families will then visit each other, extended family, neighbors, and close friends. In these short visits, the baked goods, chocolates, and sweets are served, and often large lunches are prepared for the visiting well-wishers. Children are given gifts, either in the form of toys or money.[55]

Senegal[edit]

A Senegalese girl dressed in traditional attire during the Eid celebration

The holiday is widely calledKoritéinSenegaland elsewhere acrossWest Africa.It is a national holiday, celebrated for three days, with families normally having new clothes made for the holiday. Gifts and donations are normally exchanged.[56]

Ivory Coast[edit]

In theIvory Coast,Eid is a large feast among Muslims. The celebration lasts between two and ten days depending on region.[57]

Central Asia[edit]

Tajikistan[edit]

In Tajikistan the holiday is known asIdi Ramazon[58]and is a national holiday.[59]

Kyrgyzstan[edit]

InKyrgyzstanthe day is known asOrozo Ait(Kyrgyz:Орозо айт). The local population celebrate in various ways such as by partying, eating and singing. Festivals often feature long distancehorse racingand other horse-based sports. People would tend to wear fancy and bright clothes, while people would sing Jaramazan tunes and receive cooked bread, candy or cash in return.[60][61]

Uzbekistan[edit]

Ramazon HayitorRoʻza hayitiis a public holiday inUzbekistanand widely celebrated. Traditional pastry such as kush-tili,plovandchak-chakare prepared by Uzbek families the day before Eid al-Fitr for consumption. Businesses tend to sell a high range of candies and children's toys during this period.[45]

Kazakhstan[edit]

Known asOraza Ait(Ораза айт)KazakhMuslims tend to visit each other during the celebration and handing out fried doughnuts such asbaursakito others. However mutton, soup, tea andkymyz(horse milk) are also popular food and drinks during the holiday.[62]

South Asia[edit]

Afghanistan[edit]

An Afghan child eating a piece of candy received as a gift on Eid al-Fitr

In the predominantlySunniMuslim culture ofAfghanistan,Eid al-Fitr holds significant importance and is celebrated widely for three days. It popularly involves special festivities for children and the youngest members of families.[63]The most common greeting isAkhtar mo Mubarak sha(Eid Mubarak) in thePashto-speaking community. Afghans start preparing for the Eid al-Fitr festival up to ten days prior by cleaning their homes (calledKhana TakaniinDari).[64]Afghans visit their local bazaars to buy new clothes, sweets, and snacks includingJalebi,Shor-Nakhod(made with chickpeas),Cake wa Kolcha(a simple cake, similar to pound cake). The traditionalBolani(vegetarian flatbreads) is a popular meal during Eid al-Fitr in Afghanistan.[63]

On the day of Eid al-Fitr, Afghans will first offer their Eid prayers and then gather in their homes with their families, greeting one another by saying "Eid Mubarak"and usually adding"Eidet Mobarak Roza wa Namazet Qabool Dakhel Hajiha wa Ghaziha,"which means" Happy Eid to you; may your fasting and prayers be accepted by God, and may you be counted among those who will go to the Hajj-pilgrimage. "Family elders will give money and gifts to children. It is also common practice to visit families and friends, which may be difficult to do at other times of the year. Children walk from home to home saying"Khala Eidet Mubarak"(" aunt happy Eid "), and they receive cookies orPala.Young girls and women apply henna "tattoo" s on their hands and feet. The older women while applying it too, don't do very complicated designs. The boys and young men in some communities might apply it as well but, with very simple designs like a circle in their palms or just coloring the fingertips. The older men might do those simple designs as well, but it is not that common. Henna is a "woman's" thing in Afghanistan when it comes to doing designs on their hands and feet. At night, multiple campfires are set around houses, sometimes to the point that entire valleys may initially appear to be engulfed in flame. Celebratory fire with automatic rifles, particularly tracer rounds, can also be expected in high density.[65]

India[edit]

Indian Muslimsoffering their ‘Eid al-Fitr’ prayer at theTaj Mahal,Agra,India

Eid is a public holiday inIndia.The holiday begins after the sighting of the new moon onChand Raat.On that evening, people head to markets to finish their shopping for Eid, for clothing and gifts, and begin preparing their food for the next day. Traditional Eid food often includesbiriyani,sheer khurma,andsivayyan,a dish of fine, toasted sweetvermicellinoodles with milk and dried fruit, among other regionally-specific dishes.[66][67]Women and girls also puthennaon each others' hands. In the following morning, Muslims go to their local mosque orEidgahfor Eid Namaz and give Eidzakatbefore returning home. Afterwards, children are givenEidi(cash gifts) and friends and relatives visit each other's homes to eat and celebrate.[68]

Pakistan[edit]

Eid prayers atBadshahi Mosque,inLahore,Pakistan

InPakistan,Eid al-Fitr is also referred to as 'the Lesser Eid' (Urdu:چھوٹی عید,chhoṭī īd,Punjabi:نکی عید,nikkī īd) or 'Sweet Eid' (Urdu:میٹھی عید,mīṭhī īd,Punjabi:مٹھی عید,miṭṭhī īd).[6]People are supposed to give obligatory charity on behalf of each of their family members to the needy or poor before Eid day or, at most, before the Eid prayer, allowing for all to share in the joy of Eid. At home, family members enjoy a special Eid breakfast with various types of sweets and desserts, includingKheerand the traditional dessertSheer Khurma,which is made of vermicelli, milk, butter, dry fruits, and dates. Eid is especially enjoyed by the kids, as they receive money in cash called "Eidi"as gift from their relatives and elders.[69]People tend to get fresh currency notes issued byState Bank of Pakistanwith which they give to the children.[70]

Sri Lanka[edit]

Sri Lankan Muslimslike to eatwatalappam,falooda,samosa,gulab jamun,sheerkurma,oil cakeand other national and regional dishes.[71]

Bangladesh[edit]

See also:Culture of Bangladesh,Public holidays in Bangladesh,Bengali culture,andBengali Muslims
Nationaleidgahdecorated
Eid prayers atBaitul Mukarrammosque inDhaka,Bangladesh

In Bangladesh Eid is celebrated with great pomp and festivities. The preparation for Eid inBangladeshstarts from the last quarter of the holy month ofRamadan.The markets and shopping malls become overwhelmed with people. Those who live away from their families for their job or livelihood, they return to their home towns and villages to celebrate the festival with family members and relatives. In theChaand Raatchildren gather at the open field to see theHilal (crescent moon)of the month ofShawwal.In the occasion of Chand Raat, Bangladesh Television plays the popular Bengali Eid song,O Mon Romzaner Oi Rozar Sheshe.Children makes and exchanges Eid cards. Girls decorate their hands withMehndi.The Bengali sweet dish,Shemai(Vermicelli) are served withRotiorParathaorLuchias breakfast inBangladesh.Then people attend the Eid prayer inEidgah.Children do "Salam" by touching the feet of the elderly members of the family. And elders give them a small amount of money which is known as "Salami" or "Eidi",which is a major part of Eid happiness for children.Bengali disheswhich are rich in flavor likeBiryani,Polao,Pitha,Kabab,Korma,Chingri Malaikari,Shorshe Ilish,Payesh,Shirni,Halwaetc. are served by the women. In rural Bengal, unmarried Bengali girls would draw butterflies on the pithas, which has long been recognised by the Bengalis as a symbol of marriage.[72]Wealthy Muslims inBangladeshalso distributeZakatalms to the poor people. People visit the house of relatives, neighbour, and friends and greet each other saying "Eid Mubarak"(Happy Eid).[73] People visits Eid fairs to enjoy the occasion. The fairs are arranged on the bank of a river or under a big banyan tree near the local bazaar. The tradition of Eid procession can be traced back to the Mughal era of Old Dhaka.[74]Bangladesh has the biggest Eidgah, theGor-E-Shahid Eidgah Maidan.TheDhanmondi Shahi Eidgahis a listed archaeological site of the Department of Archaeology and has historical, architectural and heritage values.Sholakiaholds the record of the largest Eid congregation in the world. On the second day of Eid, the longest running megazine showItyadiairs in Bangladesh Television. The show celebrates the richBengali cultureand brings education into light.[75]In rural Bengal, folk sports competitions are organised on this occasion of Eid to create festive atmosphere.[76]

Nepal[edit]

Eid is a national holiday in Nepal.Nepalese Muslimsoften consume the popular Nepalese dessertsewai(vermicelli pudding) to mark the occasion. It is commemorated throughout the country with large prayers, dinners and social celebrations.[77]

Maldives[edit]

Celebration in theMaldivesinclude cultural performances such as fire performances.[78]

Southeast Asia[edit]

Indonesia[edit]

Main article:Lebaran
Pawai Oboror Torch festival in the eve of Eid inMajene Regency,West Sulawesi,Indonesia. Mass exodus, locally known asmudik,is well-known Eid culture in Indonesia as many people homecoming from urban and big cities to rural areas to celebrate the Eid.

Eid is known in Indonesia asHari Raya Idul Fitri,or more popularly asLebaran,and is anational holiday.[79]People return to their home town or city (an exodus known asmudik) to celebrate with their families and to ask forgiveness from parents, in-laws, and other elders.[80]Festivities start the night before with chanting theTakbirand lighting lamps. On the day itself, beforeEid prayerin the morning,zakatalms for the poor are distributed in the mosques. People gather with family and neighbors in traditional clothing and have a special Lebaran meal. Children are given money in colourful envelopes.[81]Later, it is common for Muslims in Indonesia to visit the graves of relatives to ritually clean the grave. Muslims also visit the living in a special ritual calledHalal bihalalsometime during or several days after Idul Fitri.[82]

In Indonesia, special dishes includeketupat,rendang,opor ayamandgulaiare served with gathering with other people and give somemoneyto their relatives.

Lebarancontinues with drumming and street parades.[52]

Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei[edit]

See also:Malay festivals and celebrationsandHari Raya songs

InMalaysia,Singapore,andBrunei,Eid is more commonly known asHari Raya Aidilfitri(Jawi:هاري راي عيدالفطري),Hari Raya Idul Fitri,Hari Raya Puasa,Hari Raya FitrahorHari Lebaran.Hari Rayameans 'Great Day'.[83]

Rows of Pelita (oil lamps) which is used to illuminate homes and the streets during the season. Seen here inMuar,Johor, Malaysia

It is customary for workers in the city to return to their home town to celebrate with their families and to ask forgiveness from parents, in-laws, and other elders. Forgiveness is often requested without citing any specific error to avoid arguments. This is known in Malaysia asbalik kampung(homecoming).[84]

The night before Hari Raya is filled with the sounds of takbir in the mosques or musallahs. In many parts of Malaysia, especially in the rural areas,pelitaorpanjutorlampu colok(as known byMalay-Singaporeans) (oil lamps, similar to tiki torches) are lit up and placed outside and around homes, whiletiki torchesthemselves are also a popular decoration for that holiday. Special dishes likeketupat,rendang,lemang(a type ofglutinous ricecooked in bamboo) and Malay delicacies such as variouskuih-muihare served during this day. It is common to greet people with "Salam Aidilfitri" or "Selamat Hari Raya" which means "Happy Eid". Muslims also greet one another with "maaf zahir dan batin", which means "Forgive my physical and emotional (wrongdoings)".[85]

It is customary forMuslim-Malaysiansto wear a traditional cultural clothing on Hari Raya. TheMalayvariant (worn in Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei andSouthern Thailand) is known as theBaju Melayu,shirt worn with asarongknown askain sampingor songket and a headwear known assongkok.Malaysian women's clothing is referred to asBaju Kurungandbaju kebaya.It is a common practice however for the Malays in Singapore and Johor, Malaysia to refer to thebaju kurungin reference to the type of outfit, worn by both men and women.[86]

Street festival during Eid inGeylang,Singapore

InMalaysia,especially in the major cities, people take turns to set aside a time foropen housewhen they stay at home to receive and entertain neighbours, family and other visitors. It is common to see non-Muslims made welcome during Eid at theseopen houses.They also celebrate by lighting traditionalbamboo cannonfirecrackersknown asmeriam buluh,usingkerosenein large hollowbambootubes or Chinese imported crackers. The traditional bamboo cannon,meriam buloh,and fireworks are notoriously loud and can be very dangerous to operator, bystander and even nearby buildings. These are usually bamboo tubes 5–10 cm (2.0–3.9 in) in diameter and 4–7 m (13–23 ft) long, filled with either: water and several hundred grams ofcalcium carbide,or heated kerosene, then ignited by match.[87]

In Malaysia, children are given token sums of money, also known as "duit raya", from their parents or elders.[88][89]

Thailand[edit]

There are almost 3 millionMuslims in Thailand.In the southernmost provinces, wearing gold on Eid is a popular practice there along with neighbouring Myanmar. In some parts of the country, Muslim residences would open their homes with food specialities to visitors.[90]

Cambodia, Vietnam[edit]

TheMuslims ofCambodiaoften open their homes to friends and neighbours to share food together.[91]Men, women and children dress in fine attire, while the preferred dress colour is white, symbolising the purity of the soul after a month of Ramadan.[92]It is customary during Eid for Cambodian Muslims to donate 3 kilograms of rice to the poor or disabled.[93]

Eid is also celebrated by the much smaller Muslim community ofVietnam,which makes up less than 0.1% of the population. The Muslim community in Vietnam are mostly of the same ethnic as theCham people.[94]

Myanmar[edit]

During Ramadan, in small towns and big villages with significant Muslim populations, Burmese Muslim youth organize singing teams called Jago (meaning "wake up" ). Jago teams usually do not use musical instruments apart from the occasional use of harmonica mouth organs.[95]The roving groups of singers will take the tunes of popular Hindi movie songs, replaced with Burmese lyrics and invocations about fasting, the principles of Islam, and the benefits of Salat.[96]

Philippines[edit]

AmongMuslim Filipinosin thePhilippines,Eid al-Fitr is commonly known asHariraya,Buka,Hariraya Buka,orHariraya Buka Puasa.[97][98][99]It is also known asWakas ng Ramadan(lit."End of Ramadan" ),Araw ng Raya( "Feast Day" ), orPagtatapos ng Pag-aayuno( "End of the Fast" ) inFilipino.It was proclaimed a legal holiday for Muslim Filipinos in 1977 by Presidential Decree No. 1083. In 2002, this was upgraded to apublic national holidayby Republic Act No. 9177. It is also sometimes known by itsMalayname "Hari Raya Puasa"; and by itsIndonesianname "Lebaran".[100][101][102]

PresidentRodrigo Duterteinteracts with participants of the 2016 Eid al-Fitr celebrations inDavao City,Philippines.

Its beginning is decided by the sighting of the crescent moon (hilal), followed by morning prayers in mosques or public plazas.[103]When this occurs can sometimes differ depending on the regional government. In some places it is based on the physical sighting of thehilal;while in others it is determined by theRegional Darul Ifta' of Bangsamoro(RDI-BARMM) or theNational Commission on Muslim Filipinos(NCMF), especially during cloudy days.[97][104][105]

The sighting of thehilalis traditionally marked by the beating of drums in some regions. In modern times, this has evolved into a noise barrage known as "Mobile Takbir", where celebrants, especially youths, rev their motorcycles or honk their horns while driving through the streets. Guns are also sometimes fired. These practices have been discouraged by theGrand MuftiofBangsamoroand local government officials as not being in accordance with Islamic teachings as well as being dangerous and causing accidents in the past.[105][106][107]

Hariraya is characterized by the giving of gifts (known asEid), food sharing (salu-salo), and visiting the elderly and the sick.[107][108]Food, alms, and basic necessities are also donated to the poor, a practice known asFitranaorZakat al-Fitr.This is usually done a day before Eid al-Fitr.[100][109]Various traditional sweet delicacies of the different Muslim Filipino ethnic groups are served for breakfast, includingdaral,dodol,browas,tinagtag,panyalam,jampok,and so on.[110]Various activities also mark the celebrations, including dancing, boat races, horse races, andcarabaofighting in cities and towns with significant Muslim populations. InMetro Manila,the celebrations are usually held at theManila Golden Mosqueand theQuirino Grandstand.[103]The celebration lasts for three days.[104]

East Asia[edit]

China mainland[edit]

See also:Islam in China
An ethnicHuifamily celebrating Eid al-Fitr inNingxia

Inmainland China,out of 56 officially recognized ethnic groups, Eid al-Fitr is celebrated by at least 10 ethnic groups that are predominantly Muslim. These groups are said to total 18 million according to official statistics, but some observers say the actual number may be much higher. It is also apublic holiday in Chinain certain regions, including two Province Prefecture Level regions,NingxiaandXinjiang.All residents in these areas, regardless of religion, are entitled to either a one-day or three-day official holiday. Outside the Muslim-majority regions, only Muslims are entitled to a one-day holiday. In Xinjiang province, Eid al-Fitr is even celebrated by theHan Chinesepopulation. During the holiday, supplies of mutton, lamb and beef are distributed to households as part of a welfare program funded by government agencies, public and private institutions, and businesses. InYunnan,Muslim populations are spread throughout the region. On Eid al-Fitr, however, some devotees may travel toSayyid 'Ajjal's grave after their communal prayers. There, they will conduct readings from the Quran and clean the tomb, reminiscent of the historic annual Chinese Qingming festival, in which people go to their ancestors' graves, sweep and clean the area, and make food offerings. Finally the accomplishments of the Sayyid 'Ajall will be related in story form, concluded by a special prayer service to honour the hundreds of thousands of Muslims killed during thePanthay Rebellion,and the hundreds killed during theShadian incident.[111][112][113]

Taiwan[edit]

See also:Islam in Taiwan

The Eid al-Fitr prayer and celebration inTaiwandraws much attention from local media. Special features of the event are regularly carried out in the newspapers and aired on televisions. These phenomena gives a boost to the Islamic activities in Taiwan.[114][115]Muslims, mostlyIndonesianblue collar men and women, typically gather atTaipei Main Stationto perform the prayer.[116]

Europe[edit]

Turkey[edit]

TraditionalBayramwishes from the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality, stating "Let us love, Let us be loved", in the form ofmahya lightsstretched across theminaretsof theBlue MosqueinIstanbul

InTurkey,nationwide celebrated holidays are referred to asbayram,and Eid al-Fitr is referred to as bothRamazan Bayramı( "RamadanBayram") andŞeker Bayramı( "Bayramof Sweets/Sugar "). It is a time for people to attend prayer services, put on their best clothes (referred to asbayramlık,often purchased just for the occasion), visit all their loved ones (such as relatives, neighbors, and friends), and pay their respects to the deceased with organised visits to cemeteries. It is also customary for young children to go around their neighborhood, door to door, and wish everyone a "HappyBayram",for which they are awarded candy, chocolates, traditional sweets such asbaklavaandTurkish delight,or a small amount of money at every door.[117]

Mosques, minarets and public fountains tend to be lighted up for the occasion, and popular events such asSufi musicconcerts anddervishdancing ceremonies,Shadow Puppetsshow are held in the nights.[52]

Ramadan in the Ottoman era was passed with great happiness due to the existence of various kinds of entertainment. The streets would be filled with performances by musicians, magicians and other talented people that suitable for all ages, so children could enjoyed it. Poetry had a huge influence on Ottoman classical music, in fact served as basis. At iftar, they had popular song to be played that called fasil music along with some instruments such as tambourine and flute. Next, mahya illuminantions represents gratitude towards God with lamps of olive oil, barb, and ropes which would form certain sentences or images as desired. This decoration lighten up the darkness of the night with the beauty of its light.[118]

During Ramadan, many restaurants and cafes may have limited operating hours during the day and may be closed during fasting hours. In the middle of the night drummers circulate through towns and villages to wake sleepers so they can prepare Sahur, the big early-morning meal to be eaten before the fast begins again at sunrise. They tend to make their noise around 02:30 and 03:00 am, and they make sure everyone hears them.[119]Turkish people invites anyone to break the fast together in the order of inviting older relatives first, other relatives, neighbors who are quite close, and some areas that have village's leaders, teachers, and caretakers where the order has been determined by tradition.[120]

Pomaksdancing during Ramazan Bayram in a village centre inBulgaria

Albania[edit]

AlbanianMuslims generally celebrate the day as with most other countries. The day is known as Fitër Bajrami or Bajrami i Madh in Albania. Worshipers attend a dawn prayer and a sermon, after which people visit each other, plan gatherings and give gifts to children.[121]Magiritsa(Greek Easter soup) andbaklavaare popularly consumed.[45]

Bosnia and Herzegovina[edit]

InBosnia and Herzegovina,Eid al-Fitr is locally known as Ramazanski bajram. It is a three-day public holiday. Like albanians worshipers attend a dawn prayer and a sermon, after which people visit each other, give gifts to children and popularly consumebaklava.[122][123]

Greece[edit]

Eid al-Fitr (i.e. Seker Bayram, Sugar Feast) (Greek:Σεκέρ Μπαϊράμ or Ιντ αλ-φιτρ) is celebrated in Greece mainly in theWestern Thraceregion from the localMuslim minority(Turks,PomaksandRoma), along with the other two major celebrations,Kurban Bayram(Sacrifice Feast) (Greek:Κουρμπάν Μπαϊράμ or Ιντ αλ-αντχά) andHıdırellez.On the day of the Bayram, family gathers together, wear their best clothes, and celebrate with a common meal, after attending the morning prayer. The women prepare and offer sweets to family and visitors, while small children go around and pay their respects to the elderly by kissing their hands. The elder in turn reward them with candies, sweets, and small amounts of money.[124][125]Local Muslim shopkeepers close their shops this day, whileMuslim minority schoolshave a 5-day holiday for the feast.[125]

Russia[edit]

InRussiawhere 14 million Muslims reside as of 2017,[126]Eid al-Fitr is often known asUraza Bayram(Russian:Ураза-байрам) and is a public holiday in the republics ofAdygea,Bashkortostan,Dagestan,Ingushetia,Kabardino-Balkaria,Karachay-Cherkessia,TatarstanandChechnya.[127]Most festive dishes consist ofmutton,but salads and various soups are also popular. As the Muslim population is diverse, traditional festive dishes differ between regions – for example in Tatarstanpancakesare popularly baked.[128]

Russian Muslims go to festive worships at mosques in the morning of Eid al-Fitr, after which they often visit older relatives as a sign of respect. In the North Caucasian republics, children popularly go past various houses with a bag to get it filled withcandy,specially stored by locals for the celebration. In Dagestan, eggs with bright stickers is a popular traditional dish served there during Eid al-Fitr. People generally dress more during this day – women choose bright dresses withbeadswhile older people would wearpapakhas.[129]In many places in the country master classes are also hosted where families take part in activities such asembroideryandclaymaking.[129]

Ukraine[edit]

InUkraine,Eid al-Fitr (Ukrainian:Рамазан-байрам) as well asEid al-Adhahave been official state holidays since 2020.[130]During the festival,Ukrainian Muslims(most of whom areCrimean Tatars) often gather with loved ones.[131]

United Kingdom[edit]

Although Eid al-Fitr is not a recognized public holiday in the United Kingdom,[132]many schools, businesses, and organisations allow for at least a day's leave to be taken for religious celebrations.[133][134]

In the United Kingdom, individuals take part in prayers and play games for Eid al-Fitr.[135]Blackburn Rovers F.C.had an Eid prayer on their pitch in 2022.[136]

Americas[edit]

United States[edit]

Muslim US soldiers performing the Eid prayer

InNew York City,alternate side parking (street cleaning) regulations are suspended on Eid. Beginning in 2016, New York City public schools also remain closed on Eid.[137]Other school districts close on Eid, including Irvington New Jersey's school district and Vermont's Burlington School District.[138]

TheUnited States Postal Service(USPS) has issued several Eid postage stamps, across several years—starting in 2001—honoring "two of the most important festivals in the Islamic calendar: Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha." Eid stamps were released in 2001–2002, 2006–2009, 2011, and 2013. They are also being issued asForever Stamps.All Eid stamps to date show the work ofMohamed Zakariya.[139][140][141][142][143]

Mosques in North America offer Eid prayer. For Eid during theCOVID-19 pandemic in the United States,some mosques required temperature checks and for participants to socially distance. Other mosques gathered at public parks to celebrate. By 2021, some Muslims were returning to mosques to pray for the holiday.[144]

Trinidad and Tobago[edit]

The Muslim population ofTrinidad and Tobagopopularly eat sawine/vermicelli,a sweet dessert, to mark the celebration,[145]but the feast also consists of curries,rotis,and chicken andcurry goat.[146]Eid al-Fitr is a public holiday in Trinidad and Tobago, having been declared in 1962.[147]

Suriname, Guyana[edit]

Eid al-Fitr is a public holiday inSurinameandGuyana.[148]

Argentina[edit]

InArgentina,Eid (Spanish:Fiesta del Fin del Ayuno) is officially a non-working holiday forMuslims.[149]

In the Gregorian calendar[edit]

Conversion of Hijri years 1343 to 1500 to the Gregorian calendar, with first days of al-Muharram (brown), Ramadan (grey) and Shawwal (black) bolded, and Eid al-Adha dotted – inthe SVG file,hover over a spot to show its dates and a line to show the month
See also:Islamic calendarandGregorian calendar

Although the date of Eid al-Fitr is always the same in the Islamic calendar, the date in the Gregorian calendar falls approximately 11 days earlier each successive year, since the Islamic calendar islunarand the Gregorian calendar issolar.Hence if the Eid falls in the first ten days of a Gregorian calendar year, there will be a second Eid in the last ten days of the same Gregorian calendar year, as happened in 2000 CE. The Gregorian date may vary between countries depending on the local visibility of the new moon. Some expatriate Muslim communities follow the dates as determined for the nearest Islamic country to their country of residence, while others follow the local dates of their home country.[150]

The following table shows predicted dates and announced dates based on new moon sightings for Saudi Arabia.[1]

Recent dates of Eid al-Fitr in Saudi Arabia
Islamic year Umm al-Qurapredicted High Judiciary Council of
Saudi Arabia announced
1399 23 August 1979 23 August 1979
1400 12 August 1980 12 August 1980
1401 01 August 1981 01 August 1981
1402 22 July 1982 22 July 1982
1403 11 July 1983 11 July 1983
1404 30 June 1984 30 June 1984
1405 19 June 1985 19 June 1985
1406 08 June 1986 08 June 1986
1407 28 May 1987 28 May 1987
1408 16 May 1988 16 May 1988
1409 06 May 1989 06 May 1989
1410 26 April 1990 26 April 1990
1411 15 April 1991 15 April 1991
1412 04 April 1992 04 April 1992
1413 24 March 1993 24 March 1993
1414 13 March 1994 13 March 1994
1415 02 March 1995 02 March 1995
1416 19 February 1996 19 February 1996
1417 08 February 1997 08 February 1997
1418 29 January 1998 29 January 1998
1419 18 January 1999 18 January 1999
1420 7 January 2000 7 January 2000
1421 27 December 2000 27 December 2000
1422 16 December 2001 16 December 2001
1423 05 December 2002 05 December 2002
1424 25 November 2003 25 November 2003
1425 14 November 2004 13 November 2004
1426 03 November 2005 03 November 2005
1427 23 October 2006 23 October 2006
1428 13 October 2007 12 October 2007
1429 01 October 2008 30 September 2008
1430 20 September 2009 20 September 2009
1431 10 September 2010 10 September 2010
1432 30 August 2011 30 August 2011
1433 19 August 2012 19 August 2012
1434 08 August 2013 08 August 2013
1435 28 July 2014 28 July 2014
1436 17 July 2015 17 July 2015
1437 06 July 2016 06 July 2016
1438 25 June 2017 25 June 2017
1439 15 June 2018 15 June 2018[151]
1440 04 June 2019 04 June 2019[152]
1441 24 May 2020 24 May 2020[153]
1442 13 May 2021 13 May 2021[154]
1443 02 May 2022 02 May 2022[155]
1444 21 April 2023 21 April 2023
1445 10 April 2024 10 April 2024[156]
1446 30 March 2025
1447 20 March 2026
1448 09 March 2027
1449 26 February 2028
1450 14 February 2029
1451 3 February 2030
1452 24 January 2031
1453 14 January 2032
1454 02 January 2033
1455 23 December 2033
1456 11 December 2034
1457 01 December 2035
1458 19 November 2036
1459 09 November 2037
1460 29 October 2038
1461 19 October 2039
1462 08 October 2040
1463 26 September 2041

Because the Hijri year differs by about 11 days from the AD year, Eid al Fitr can occur twice a year. The next occurrence of this will be in 2033.[157]

Gallery[edit]

  • The first Mughal Emperor Babur greets courtiers during the Eid al-Fitr festival (19th century).
    The firstMughal EmperorBaburgreets courtiers during the Eid al-Fitr festival (19th century).
  • Eid al-Fitr mass prayer at Delhi's Jama Masjid, India
    Eid al-Fitr mass prayer at Delhi'sJama Masjid,India
  • British Muslims in performing the Eid prayers at East London Mosque during the celebration, 1941
    British Muslims in performing theEid prayersatEast London Mosqueduring the celebration, 1941
  • British Muslim soldiers and merchant seamen from India, Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, Egypt, Sudan, Palestine, Transjordan, Syria, Arabia, Aden and Somaliland, performing the Eid prayers at the East London Mosque in 1941
    British Muslim soldiers and merchant seamen from India, Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, Egypt, Sudan, Palestine, Transjordan, Syria, Arabia, Aden and Somaliland, performing theEid prayersat the East London Mosque in 1941
  • Muslims in Singapore celebrating Eid al-Fitr
    Muslims in Singapore celebrating Eid al-Fitr
  • An Indonesian family celebrating lebaran with various culinary dishes specific to this holiday
    An Indonesian family celebratinglebaranwith various culinary dishes specific to this holiday
  • Sweets being sold in a store in Ankara, Turkey
    Sweets being sold in a store inAnkara,Turkey
  • Family celebrating eid, Tajikistan
    Family celebrating eid,Tajikistan
  • Eid al-Fitr prayer at Suleymaniye Mosque, Istanbul, Turkey
    Eid al-Fitr prayer atSuleymaniye Mosque,Istanbul, Turkey
  • Lighted up Commercial Street in Bangalore, India during Eid al-Fitr
    Lighted up Commercial Street inBangalore,India during Eid al-Fitr

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