Eid al-Fitr, also known as the "Festival of Breaking the Fast", marks the conclusion of the holy month of Ramadan - a time of fasting, prayer and reflection for Muslims worldwide. The exact date of Eid al-Fitr varies each year as the Islamic calendar is lunar-based. In 2024, Eid al-Fitr took place on 10th April, however, in 2025 it will most likely happen at the very end of March.
Eid al-Fitr begins after the sighting of the crescent moon following Ramadan. In Saudi Arabia, religious authorities will officially announce the sighting and the start of the holiday. It's a nationwide celebration, with every city and town coming alive with festivities.
Some of the most popular cities to celebrate Eid al-Fitr include Mecca, Medina, Riyadh, Jeddah and Al-Ahsa. Mecca and Medina are holy cities that are restricted to Muslims during Hajj, while Riyadh and Jeddah host large-scale Eid prayers, festivities and fireworks displays. Al-Ahsa is a historic oasis town, so you can expect more traditional celebrations here during Eid.
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