Eid al-Fitr

When:
March 20, 2026
All Day
Multi-day event from March 19, 2026 to March 20, 2026
Where:
Event category: Special event
Hybrid

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).

Contact

Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
diversity@wayne.edu

Cost

Free
March 2026
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