Eid Al-Fitr
Mar 20
Eid al-Fitr is an Islamic holiday that marks the end of Ramadan, a holy month of fasting. The name translates to “festival of breaking the fast” in Arabic.
Religious/Ethnic Group: Muslim
Tradition/Practices: Prayers are offered at the mosque or outdoor spaces to facilitate the large numbers of people attending. Families and
friends then slowly gather together, throughout the day, to enjoy a rich, opulent feast, at which time loved ones also often exchange gifts and money.