As a muslim I wanted to tell you everything you should know about
our biggest celebration in the year which is Eid al-fitar
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What is Eid al-Fitr?

Eid  al-Fitr is Arabic for "festival of the breaking of the fast." The  festival marks the end of the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan, Muslims stop eating and drinking  from dawn until sunset during Ramadan

When is Eid al-Fitr observed?

Because the  timing of Eid al-Fitr is based on sighting of the moon as per the  Islamic lunar calendar, it can be difficult to predict when the festival  will happen in any given country. While some Muslims wait to see the  moon themselves, many either use the calculated time of the new moon, or  base it on the declaration made in Saudi Arabia. Most of the Muslims in  the United States will celebrate Eid on Sunday.

How is Eid celebrated?

In  the morning, Muslims gather at mosques and prayer areas to perform Eid  Prayer and greet each other. The festival is celebrated by visiting  friends and relatives, hosting food parties and sharing sweets. Children  not only get new clothes and shoes, but also receive cash gifts called  “Eidi” from their elders and relatives.The  occasion is seen as a time of forgiveness and of giving thanks to Allah  for helping people to complete their spiritual fasting. Many Muslims  display their thanks by giving donations and food to those less  fortunate than themselves.

How long is the Eid festival?

In  most Muslim countries, the three days of Eid are observed as public and  school holidays. This is not the case in the U.S., but many employers  and schools allow time off for Muslim workers and children -  particularly in areas with a high Muslim population.

How should you greet Muslims on Eid al-Fitr?

The most standard greetings on this occasion is "Eid Mubarak" which means "have a blessed Eid."