Cultural Holidays

Eid al-Fitr

Friday, April 21, 2023 (all day)

Islamic holiday

Many Muslims in Canada celebrate Eid al-Fitr (also known as Id al-Fitr or Eid ul-Fitr) on the first day of Shawwal in the Islamic calendar. It marks the end of the month-long fast of Ramadan and the start of a feast that lasts up to three days in some countries. In 2023, Eid al-Fitr begins the evening of April 20 until the evening of April 21.

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