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Eid Ul-Fitr

Celebrating Eid Ul Fitr A Time for Family and Joy

Eid ul Fitr is a time of joy, gratitude, and unity as Muslims worldwide come together to celebrate the end of Ramadan, a month dedicated to fasting, reflection and spiritual growth. This special day, also known as Eid al Fitr, is marked by feasts, prayers and the giving of Zakat al-Fitr, a charitable donation to support those in need. The Celebration of Eid Ul Fitr is a day to bring hope and happiness to many who may otherwise feel alone during this festive season. For families and communities, it’s a joyous reunion, but for orphans and vulnerable children, the spirit of Eid takes on a different significance.

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When is Eid in the UK?

Many must be wondering when Eid 2026 is. Officially, Eid ul Fitr does not begin until the visual sighting of the moon, however, more communities are agreeing on starting celebrations when the moon is due to be sighted, rather than relying on clear skies. Based on the Islamic Calander, Eid ul Fitr 2026 is expected to fall on 19th March 2026.

 

When Does Eid Start?

The Islamic calendar differs from the Gregorian calendar as it follows the moon rather than the sun. this means that there are no fixed Gregorian dates for celebrations and holidays within the Islamic calendar and holidays will change in the Gregorian calendar by approximately ten days each year. Officially, Eid begins after Ramadan and marks the first day of the next month, known as Shawwal.

 

Zakat Ul Fitr/Fitrana

It is traditional on the day of Eid before standing for your Eid prayer to pay Zakat ul Fitr, a donation of money or food that will help to feed someone in need on this Holy day. The amount for Zakat ul Fitr donation is equivalent to one saa’ of food or four madd, which is the name given to the amount of food that can be scooped up with both hands together.

Making a food donation can be challenging so to make it easier, Orphans in Need will take your Zakat ul Fitr as a cash donation and our teams on the ground will distribute the food to those that need it most.

Donate your Zakat ul Fitr with Orphans in Need today and provide a person in need a nutritious meal this Eid ul Fitr.

 

Eid Ul Fitr FAQs

The day of Eid ul Fitr is one of great celebration for Muslims all over the world and a time when families, friends and communities come together to eat delicious food, enjoy tasty sweets and exchange gifts. We have provided answers to some of the frequently asked questions about Eid ul Fitr and why Eid is celebrated.

Eid ul Fitr, also written as Eid al Fitr literally translates to the “Festival of Breaking the Fast” and is the celebratory holiday that indicates the end of the month-long Ramadan fast.
The holiday of Eid is celebrated because the Prophet Muhammed (PBUH) gave the two holidays of Eid great importance in the Islamic Calendar and said that Allah (SWT) has fixed these two occasions for joy and festivities.

There is plenty of celebration involved on the day of Eid, prayers and charity still being a very big part of the day. The special Eid prayer must be performed, usually in a congregation, before celebrations can commence.

On the morning of Eid, families get dressed up in their best or nicest clothes for the holiday, some decorate their homes and almost everyone visits friends and loved ones. All able-bodied Muslims give their Zakat ul Fitr to help feed an impoverished person before heading to the mosque or chosen open space to perform Eid prayers. As it is forbidden to fast on this day, great meals and delicacies are prepared for everyone to enjoy.

Eid ul Fitr is traditionally celebrated over one to three days and includes families, friends and communities coming together and exchanging delicious meals, sweets and giving gifts to children over those days.

The Islamic calendar differs from the Gregorian calendar as it follows the moon rather than the sun. This means that there are no fixed Gregorian dates for celebrations and holidays within the Islamic calendar and holidays will change in the Gregorian calendar by approximately ten days each year. Officially, Eid begins after Ramadan and marks the first day of the next month, known as Shawwal.

Donate to Orphans in Need Now

This year, we wish all our contributors and volunteers a joyous Eid celebration and ask that you keep those who are not able to celebrate freely in your hearts and give generously to help those in need this Ramadan. As a leading Eid charity, we strive to ensure that your Zakat ul Fitr and Zakat contributions make the biggest impact by supporting vulnerable orphans around the world. Donate today and help us continue to bring hope into the lives of these children.

Zakat Al-Fitr

Every able Muslim makes the Zakat al-Fitr contribution, and parents shou...

Zakat Al-Fitr

Every able Muslim makes the Zakat al-Fitr contribution, and parents should also make the payment on behalf of their children and any other dependents.

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Eid al-Fitr Gifts

You can bring a smile to the face of an orphaned child for just £20.

Eid al-Fitr Gifts

You can bring a smile to the face of an orphaned child for just £20.

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Eid Meals

Give a widow a cooked meal and help make this Eid enjoyable.

Eid Meals

Give a widow a cooked meal and help make this Eid enjoyable.

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