Eid al-Fitr
All Day
Islamic
Meaning “break the fast.” Commemorates the end of the holy month of fasting, Ramadan. A mandatory charity called Zakat al-Fitr is collected before the prayer and distributed to the poor and needy to ensure all can participate in the festivities.
Date details: Dates are determined by the lunar calendar. Lunar calendars can vary based on region and practice. Eid al Fitr is a three-day celebration and begins at sundown.
General practices: Community-wide prayer service in the morning, followed by meals, gift exchanges, and conversation with friends and family.
Potential accommodations: Avoid scheduling important academic deadlines, events or activities on this date. Employees will likely ask to take a vacation day on this day, and that request should be granted if at all possible. If planning an evening event, provide food accommodations if requested (Islamic dietary restrictions apply).
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