Eid-Ul Fitr

The completion of Ramadan is marked by Eid-ul Fitr, also known as Kuda Eid, which falls on the first day of Shawaal (the tenth month) in the Islamic calendar. Throughout Islam, Eid-ul Fitr is a cardinal event that is celebrated with zeal in the Maldives. Kuda Eid applauds the discovery of the new moon.

In the Maldives, people spend the day with their families and relatives. Making a charitable offering (fitr zakaath) to the destitute and needy is a key action during this Eid. The festival begins with a morning prayer at the mosque, followed by participation in a sermon. Following that, the participants go to see their friends and relatives and share a meal. The festivities run three days in a row, and people participate in traditional celebratory games.

Date: 1st day of 10th month of the Islamic