End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) 2025
Date: March 30, 2025 (Sunday)
Country: Comoros Public Holidays
Description
Eid al Fitr, called the End of Ramadan, is a major Muslim holiday that marks the end of a month of fasting. It is a time for giving thanks and celebrating spiritual renewal after a month of prayer and self control.
The date moves each year because it follows the Islamic lunar calendar. The holiday begins when the new moon is sighted, so it can fall about ten to twelve days earlier every solar year. This makes the exact day change from year to year.
In Comoros, where most people are Muslim, Eid al Fitr is an official national holiday. Government offices and many businesses close. The whole country recognizes the day as a time for communal religious observance and togetherness.
The holiday is important because it signals a moment of spiritual reflection, gratitude, and renewed commitment to faith. It also reinforces bonds between families and across communities as people mark the end of a shared period of devotion.
Traditions
Families start with a big morning prayer in mosques or open spaces. People wear their best clothes and greet each other with joy. Many visit relatives and neighbors to share hugs and warm wishes.
Homes are cleaned and decorated. Women and girls sometimes apply henna to their hands. Children receive small gifts or money and join lively street greetings.
Feasts center on rice with coconut milk, grilled fish, and spicy sauces. Samosas and sweet pastries are common. Giving alms or charity to the poor is practiced, and families often visit graves to honor ancestors.
Travel Tips
During Eid many banks, government offices and some shops close for several days. Public transport runs less often and airports and ferry terminals are very busy before and after. Plan ahead, buy supplies early and check transport and opening times.
Book flights and ferries early, allow extra time and keep travel documents handy. Enjoy public events respectfully, keep valuables secure and support local businesses. If invited to a home, accept politely and follow host instructions.