Eid al-Fitr celebration

During the month of Ramadan, Muslims observe a strict fast and participate in pious activities such as charitable giving and peace-making. It is a time of intense spiritual renewal for those who observe it. At the end of Ramadan, Muslims throughout the world observe a joyous three-day celebration called Eid al-Fitr (the Festival of Fast-Breaking).

Before the day of Eid, during the last few days of Ramadan, each Muslim family gives a determined amount as a donation to the poor people. This donation is of actual money, food (rice, barley, dates) to ensure that the needy can have a holiday meal and participate in the celebration.

Generally Eid al-Fitr is celebrated by having a special meal with home-baked sweets and wearing a new special dress.

On the day of Eid, Muslims gather early in the morning in outdoor locations or mosques to perform the Eid prayer. This consists of a sermon followed by a short congregational prayer.
After the Eid prayer, Muslims usually scatter to visit various family and friends, give them gifts (especially to children), and make phone calls to distant relatives to give well-wishes for the holiday. These activities traditionally continue for three days. In most Muslim countries, the entire 3-day period is an official government/school holiday.

However, the Eid-Al-Fitr is equivalent on scale to Christmas. It is the most wonderful event for all of us.