West Asia Turkey wishes from the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality, stating "Let us love, Let us be loved", in the form of
mahya lights stretched across the
minarets of the
Blue Mosque in
Istanbul In
Turkey, nationwide celebrated holidays are referred to as , and Eid al-Fitr is referred to as both ("Ramadan ") and (" of Sweets/Sugar"). It is a time for people to attend prayer services, put on their best clothes (referred to as , 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 "Happy ", for which they are awarded candy, chocolates, traditional sweets such as
baklava and
Turkish delight, or a small amount of money at every door. Mosques, minarets and public fountains tend to be lighted up for the occasion, and popular events such as
Sufi music concerts,
dervish dancing ceremonies, and
shadow puppet shows are held in the nights. 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 enjoy it. Poetry had a huge influence on Ottoman classical music, in fact it served as a 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 illuminations represent gratitude towards God with lamps of olive oil, barb, and ropes which would form certain sentences or images as desired. This decoration lightened up the darkness of the night with the beauty of its light. 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. Turkish people invite 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.
States of the Arabian Peninsula ,
Yemen In the
Arab states of the Persian Gulf countries, men would typically buy new (traditional white long robe) or dye their existing with
walnut oil. Women would wear special clothes for the occasion along with special perfumes and braids. Most would offer fruit,
dates, tea or coffee to visitors. Those who live in rural areas tend to celebrate more modestly. Buildings, shops, roads and houses in UAE cities get decorated in bright festive lights. Many shows such as theatres would also occur. In
Bahrain, families often celebrate the festival with an eid dinner consisting of
quzi or
machboos rice dishes, while popular sweets include
halwa or khanfroosh (see
Bahraini cuisine). Men typically wear
thawbs and women wear
abayas, the latter also painting
henna on their hands or feet.
Saudis decorate 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.
Omanis would typically eat foods such as shuwa (slow-cooked lamb) with coffee (see
Omani cuisine). In some places such as
Ibri, folklore songs and traditional dancing are often performed. In Yemen,
Bint al-sahn is the preferred snack during Eid celebrations.
Palestine, Jordan, and Lebanon After the Eid al-Fitr prayer, the people of
Jerusalem will decorate the courtyards of the
al-Aqsa Mosque with 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 of
Palestinian prisoners in Israel, visit the prisons themselves, and visit graves to lay wreaths on them. 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 generosity and hospitality are common in all celebrations. 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 dispenses money as gifts to the children. Jordanians also hang
fanous or "Eid lanterns".
Ma'amoul and
Kahk are popular cookie treats baked and consumed during Eid in the region.
Iraq In Iraq,
kleicha (the traditional snack)
Kurdistan region The Kurds tend to visit cemeteries to remember their lost ones one day before the festival. After the prayers, Kurdish families would gather together for large breakfasts of rice and stew. Beans stew and apricot stew are the commons. Also they give candies to the people who knock their doors. Mostly children knock the doors. Later, they visit their relatives.
Iran on her hand, during the Eid prayer In
Iran, where the occasion is known as
Eid-e-Fitr (), several groups of experts representing the office of the
Supreme Leader of Iran, had gone to the different zones of the country at the last days of Ramadan to determine the date of Eid. Iranian Muslims take part in the Eid al-Fitr prayer and pay the . The Eid al-Fitr prayer, and the following sermon, had been led by the Supreme Leader at
Tehran's
Grand Mosalla mosque of Tehran (). The celebration is typically marked by a one- or two-day national holiday.
Africa women sharing a meal of
ugali during Eid ul-Fitr in
MozambiqueGhana Eid al-Fitr is widely observed by Muslims in Ghana through prayers, charitable acts, and family gatherings.
Egypt Egyptians spend the first day of Eid al-Fitr to gather all family members and celebrate the Eid at public gardens. It is customary for children to also receive an , a small sum of money to be spent on activities throughout the Eid. Egyptians like to celebrate with others, so the streets are always crowded during the days and nights of Eid.
Nigeria Eid is popularly known as Small Sallah in
Nigeria. During the day, people generally greet each other by saying Barka Da Sallah, which when translated means "Greetings on Sallah" in the
Hausa language. The celebrations last as long as three days.
Tunisia Tunisia celebrates Eid for three days (with preparations starting several days earlier), two of which are national holidays. Special Sweets and biscuits, including
Baklava and several kinds of "
ka'ak",
marzipan,
cookies are made or bought to give to friends and relatives on the day. 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.
Tanzania Muslims in
Tanzania celebrate 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. In
Zanzibar it 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.
South Africa during Eid al-Fitr prayers In
Cape Town, hundreds of Muslims—each with something to share with others at the time of the breaking of the fast—gather at
Green Point in the evening of the last day of Ramadan for the sighting of the moon. The
Maghrib (sunset) prayer is then performed in congregation and the formal moon-sighting results are announced thereafter.
Morocco Eid es-Seghir is the name of Eid al-Fitr among
Moroccans. Many families have a tradition of buying new clothes for their children during the holiday. Common food choices for eid dinner include
couscous, lamb or beef
brochettes and others. In the north, musicians play
Andalusian music accompanied by fast clapping.
Sudan In
Sudan, where 97% of the population is Muslim, 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 French petit 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 with
henna; 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.
Somalia , Somalia In Somalia and other Islamic parts of the
Horn region, Eid al-Fitr is observed by the Muslim communities. Celebrations marking the event are typically accompanied by elaborate banquets, where special dishes such as (halwo) and (buskuit) are served.
Senegal The holiday is widely called
Korité in
Senegal and elsewhere across
West 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.
Ivory Coast In the
Ivory Coast, Eid is a large feast among Muslims. The celebration lasts between two and ten days depending on region.
Sierra Leone Sierra Leone celebrates Eid over three days, with the first marking the end of Ramadan. Following a religious service, the country practices gift exchanges. The country also hosts a parade for Eid which involves creating and carrying large lanterns.
Central Asia Tajikistan In Tajikistan the holiday is known as
Idi Ramazon and is a national holiday.
Kyrgyzstan In
Kyrgyzstan the day is known as
Orozo Ait (). The local population celebrate in various ways such as by partying, eating and singing. Festivals often feature long distance
horse racing and 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.
Uzbekistan '
or ' is a public holiday in
Uzbekistan and widely celebrated. Traditional pastry such as ,
plov and are 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.
Afghanistan In the predominantly
Sunni Muslim culture of
Afghanistan, 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. The most common greeting is
Akhtar mo Mubarak sha (Eid Mubarak) in the
Pashto-speaking community. Afghans start preparing for the Eid al-Fitr festival up to ten days prior by cleaning their homes (called
Khana Takani in
Dari). Afghans visit their local bazaars to buy new clothes, sweets, and snacks including
Jalebi,
Shor-Nakhod (made with chickpeas),
Cake wa Kolcha (a simple cake, similar to pound cake). The traditional
Bolani (vegetarian flatbreads) is a popular meal during Eid al-Fitr in Afghanistan.
South Asia Bangladesh , Dhaka in 2026 in
Dhaka,
Bangladesh In
Bangladesh, Eid al-Fitr () is also colloquially known as
Rozar Eid (), whch is a
public holiday in the country. The preparation for Eid in Bangladesh starts from the last quarter of Ramadan. The markets and shopping malls become overwhelmed with people. A large number of people living away return home to celebrate the festival with family members and relatives. The tradition of Eid procession can be traced back to the
Mughal era of
Old Dhaka. In rural Bangladesh, folk sports competitions are organised on the occasion of Eid. On the second day of Eid, the longest running magazine show
Ityadi is aired in
Bangladesh Television, which celebrates the
Bengali culture and brings education into light.
India offering their ‘Eid al-Fitr’ prayer at the
Taj Mahal,
Agra,
India Eid is a public holiday in
India. The holiday begins after the sighting of the new moon on
Chand 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 includes
biriyani,
sheer khurma, and
sivayyan, a dish of fine, toasted sweet
vermicelli noodles with milk and dried fruit, among other regionally-specific dishes. Women and girls also put
henna on each other's hands. In the following morning, Muslims go to their local mosque or
Eidgah for Eid Namaz and give Eid
zakat before returning home. Afterwards, children are given
Eidi (cash gifts) and friends and relatives visit each other's homes to eat and celebrate.
Pakistan , in
Lahore, Pakistan In
Pakistan, Eid al-Fitr is also referred to as 'the Lesser Eid' (
Urdu: ,
Punjabi: ) or 'Sweet Eid' (
Urdu: ,
Punjabi: ). 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, including
Kheer and the traditional dessert
Sheer 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. People tend to get fresh currency notes issued by
State Bank of Pakistan with which they give to the children.
Sri Lanka Sri Lankan Muslims like to eat
watalappam,
falooda,
samosa,
gulab jamun,
sheer kurma,
oil cake and other national and regional dishes.
Nepal Eid is a national holiday in Nepal.
Nepalese Muslims often consume the popular Nepalese dessert
sewai (vermicelli pudding) to mark the occasion. It is commemorated throughout the country with large prayers, dinners and social celebrations.
Maldives Celebration in the
Maldives include cultural performances.
Southeast Asia Indonesia ,
Central Java, Indonesia. Eid is known in
Indonesia as
Hari Raya Idul Fitri, Idul Fitri, or more popularly as
Lebaran, and is a
national holiday. People return to their home town or city (a homecoming exodus known as
mudik) to celebrate with their families and to ask forgiveness from parents, in-laws, and other elders. Festivities start the night before with chanting the
Takbir, lighting lamps, and often celebrated with
fireworks and street parades. Later, it is common for Muslims in Indonesia to visit the graves of relatives that have deceased to ritually clean the grave. Muslims also attend mass gathering in a special tradition called
Halal bi-Halal, sometime during or several days after
Idul Fitri.
Malaysia, Singapore, and Brunei s) which is used to illuminate homes and the streets during the season. Seen here in
Muar,
Johor, Malaysia In
Malaysia,
Singapore, and
Brunei, Eid is more commonly known as
Hari Raya Aidilfitri (
Jawi: هاري راي عيدالفطري),
Hari Raya Idul Fitri,
Hari Raya Puasa,
Hari Raya Fitrah,
Hari Lebaran and sometimes Aidilfitri.
Hari Raya means 'Great Day'. 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 as
balik kampung (homecoming). The night before Hari Raya is filled with the sounds of takbir in the mosques or musallas. In many parts of Malaysia, especially in the rural areas,
pelita or
panjut or
lampu colok (as known by
Malay-Singaporeans) (oil lamps, similar to tiki torches) are lit up and placed outside and around homes, while
tiki torches themselves are also a popular decoration for that holiday. Special dishes like
ketupat,
rendang,
lemang (a type of
glutinous rice cooked in bamboo) and Malay delicacies such as various
kuih-muih are 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)". It is customary for
Muslim-Malaysians to wear a traditional cultural clothing on Hari Raya. The
Malay variant (worn in Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei and
Southern Thailand) is known as the
Baju Melayu, shirt worn with a
sarong known as
kain samping or songket and a headwear known as
songkok. Malaysian women's clothing is referred to as
Baju Kurung and
baju kebaya. It is a common practice however for the Malays in Singapore and Johor, Malaysia to refer to the
baju kurung in reference to the type of outfit, worn by both men and women. , Singapore In
Malaysia, especially in the major cities, people take turns to set aside a time for
open house when 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 these
open houses. They also celebrate by lighting traditional
bamboo cannon firecrackers known as
meriam buluh, using
kerosene in large hollow
bamboo tubes 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 in diameter and long, filled with either: water and several hundred grams of
calcium carbide, or heated kerosene, then ignited by match. In Malaysia, children are given token sums of money, also known as "
duit raya", from their parents or elders.
Brunei In Brunei, a special centrepiece is made to coming guests by young ladies of the family called the
kepala meja ('head of the table') where a decorated cake is presented so any man who wished to propose and take her in marriage would cut the cake in response. Here is also where special dishes unique to this country are served, such as
kelupis with prawn or tahai (smoked
sardinella) sambal and curry.
Thailand There are almost 3 million
Muslims 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.
Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam The
Chams constituted the bulk of the Muslim population in both Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam, especially in Cambodia and Vietnam where they are located mainly, and the Eid is also known as "
Roya Haji" among the Muslims there.
Muslims of Cambodia often open their homes to friends and neighbours to share food together. 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. It is customary during Eid for Cambodian Muslims to donate 3 kilograms of rice to the poor or disabled. Eid is also celebrated by the much smaller
Muslim community of
Vietnam, which makes up less than 0.1% of the population. The Muslim community in Vietnam are mostly of the same ethnic as the
Cham people. Eid al-Fitr in
Laos is also celebrated by the Muslim community, including
Chams,
Pakistani,
Malay, and expatriate Muslims. In cities like
Vientiane and
Savannakhet, Muslims gather for Eid prayers, followed by communal meals and
Zakat al-Fitr. Traditional spiced rice dishes and grilled meats are shared, making the celebration a modest yet meaningful occasion that fosters unity and cultural diversity.
Myanmar 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. 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.
Philippines Among
Muslim Filipinos in the
Philippines, Eid al-Fitr is commonly known as
Hariraya,
Buka,
Hariraya Buka, or
Hariraya Buka Puasa. "Eid al-" is often replaced with ''Eid'l'' in the
country's local English variant. It is also known as
Wakas ng Ramadan ( "End of Ramadan"),
Araw ng Raya ("Feast Day"), or
Pagtatapos ng Pag-aayuno ("End of the Fast") in
Filipino. It was proclaimed a legal holiday for Muslim Filipinos in 1977 by Presidential Decree No. 1083. In 2002, this was upgraded to a
public national holiday by Republic Act No. 9177. It is also sometimes known by its
Malay name "Hari Raya Puasa"; and by its
Indonesian name "
Lebaran". interacts with participants of the 2016 Eid al-Fitr celebrations in
Davao City,
Philippines. Its beginning is decided by the sighting of the crescent moon (
hilal), followed by morning prayers in mosques or public plazas. When this occurs can sometimes differ depending on the regional government. In some places it is based on the physical sighting of the
hilal; while in others it is determined by the
Regional Darul Ifta' of Bangsamoro (RDI-BARMM) or the
National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF), especially during cloudy days. Food, alms, and basic necessities are also donated to the poor, a practice known as
Fitrana or
Zakat al-Fitr. This is usually done a day before Eid al-Fitr. Various traditional sweet delicacies of the different Muslim Filipino ethnic groups are served for breakfast, including
daral,
dodol,
browas,
tinagtag,
panyalam,
jampok, and so on. Various activities also mark the celebrations, including dancing, boat races, horse races, and
carabao fighting in cities and towns with significant Muslim populations. In
Metro Manila, the celebrations are usually held at the
Manila Golden Mosque and the
Quirino Grandstand.
East Asia China mainland family celebrating Eid al-Fitr in
Ningxia In
mainland 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 a
public holiday in China in certain regions, including two Province Prefecture Level regions,
Ningxia and
Xinjiang. 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 the
Han Chinese population. 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. In
Yunnan, Muslim populations are spread throughout the region. On Eid al-Fitr, however, some devotees may travel to
Sayyid '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 the
Panthay Rebellion, and the hundreds killed during the
Shadian incident.
Taiwan The Eid al-Fitr prayer and celebration in
Taiwan draws 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. Muslims, mostly
Indonesian blue collar men and women, typically gather at
Taipei Main Station to perform the prayer.
Europe dancing during Ramazan Bayram in a village centre in
Bulgaria Albania and Kosovo Albanian Muslims 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.
Magiritsa (Greek Easter soup) and
baklava are popularly consumed.
Germany In Germany, Eid al-Fitr is most commonly known as ("Sugar Festival", a
calque of the Turkish ). It is not a public holiday, but most states allow children to take the day off school and some businesses close for the day or allow Muslim employees to take the holiday. Due to the history of
Turkish immigration to Germany, Turkish traditions and terminology dominate in German Eid al-Fitr celebrations. Local Muslim shopkeepers close their shops this day, while
Muslim minority schools have a 5-day holiday for the feast.
Russia , Tatarstan, Russia (2025). In
Russia where 14 million Muslims reside as of 2017, Eid al-Fitr is often known as () and is a public holiday in the republics of
Adygea,
Bashkortostan,
Dagestan,
Ingushetia,
Kabardino-Balkaria,
Karachay-Cherkessia,
Tatarstan and
Chechnya. Most festive dishes consist of
mutton, but salads and various soups are also popular. As the Muslim population is diverse, traditional festive dishes differ between regions – for example in Tatarstan
pancakes are popularly baked. 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 with
candy, 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 with
beads while older people would wear
papakhas. In many places in the country master classes are also hosted where families take part in activities such as
embroidery and
clay making.) is officially recognised in Spanish law (Resolución de 17 de octubre de 2025: BOE-A-2025-21667) and celebrated in the autonomous city of Melilla (Spanish: Ciudad de
Melilla) on the
North African coast along with
Eid al-Adha (officially named in la Cuidad de Melilla as 'Fiesta Sacrificio-Aid al Adha'). Meanwhile, also on the North African coast, the autonomous city of Ceuta (Spanish: Ciudad de
Ceuta) celebrates only the latter, Eid al-Adha (officially named in la Cuidad de Ceuta as 'Fiesta Sacrificio-Eidul Adha') as a public holiday. Its second public holiday is instead dedicated to its patron saint, '
Our Lady of Africa' (officially in Spanish: 'Nuestra Señora de África').
Ukraine In
Ukraine, Eid al-Fitr () as well as
Eid al-Adha have been official state holidays since 2020. During the festival,
Ukrainian Muslims (most of whom are
Crimean Tatars) often gather with loved ones.
United Kingdom Although Eid al-Fitr is not a recognized public holiday in the United Kingdom, many schools, businesses, and organisations allow for at least a day's leave to be taken for religious celebrations. In the United Kingdom, individuals take part in prayers and play games for Eid al-Fitr.
Blackburn Rovers F.C. had an Eid prayer on their pitch in 2022.
Americas United States performing the Eid prayer In
New 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. Other school districts close on Eid, including Irvington New Jersey's school district and Vermont's Burlington School District. The
United 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 as
Forever Stamps. All Eid stamps to date show the work of
Mohamed Zakariya. Mosques in North America offer Eid prayer. For Eid during the
COVID-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.
Trinidad and Tobago The Muslim population of
Trinidad and Tobago popularly eat sawine/
vermicelli, a sweet dessert, to mark the celebration, but the feast also consists of curries,
rotis, and chicken and
curry goat. Eid al-Fitr is a public holiday in Trinidad and Tobago, having been declared in 1962.
Suriname, Guyana Eid al-Fitr is a public holiday in
Suriname and
Guyana.
Argentina In
Argentina, Eid () is officially a non-working holiday for
Muslims.
Oceania Australia and New Zealand Australian and New Zealand Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr in a variety of ways depending on their specific cultural background. Many local celebrations take place in community centers and mosques. == In the Gregorian calendar ==