End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) 2025
Date: March 30, 2025 (Sunday)
Country: Serbia Public Holidays
Description
End of Ramadan, called Eid al Fitr, is a Muslim holiday that marks the end of the month of fasting. It is a joyful time when people celebrate completing a month of religious devotion and reflection.
In Serbia the holiday is observed by Muslim communities, including Bosniaks, Albanians, Gorani, Roma, and Turks. It follows the Islamic lunar calendar, so the date changes each year by about eleven days earlier on the Gregorian calendar.
Eid al Fitr begins with the sighting of the new moon, which ends Ramadan. Because the Islamic calendar is shorter than the solar year, the holiday moves through different seasons over time, so it can fall in any month.
The holiday is important because it marks spiritual renewal, gratitude, and community. For Muslims in Serbia it is a time to celebrate faith and togetherness, and to show care for family and neighbours after a month of fasting and prayer.
Traditions
In Serbia many Muslim families start with a morning prayer at the mosque. People wear their best clothes, greet one another, and exchange phrases like Bajram mubarek. Families visit elders and relatives to show respect.
Homes fill with sweet treats such as baklava, tulumba, and other cookies. Hosts prepare large meals with meat, rice, and salads. Children often receive small gifts or money and play with new toys.
Charity is common. Families give food or money to those in need to help them celebrate. Neighborhoods can feel lively, with visits to cemeteries to honor ancestors and public gatherings where communities share food and songs.
Travel Tips
Many shops, banks and some museums may close or have shorter hours during Eid al Fitr. Expect busy mornings, crowded markets and more traffic around mosques and main squares. Book trains and buses early and check opening times.
Enjoy safely by joining public events and visiting parks or open markets. Ask permission before taking photos and keep valuables secure. Use official taxis or rideshares at night and learn simple greetings to show respect. Be flexible and plan reservations for popular restaurants.