What is Eid al-Fitr?
Eid al-Fitr is the festival that marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic month of fasting. In Ethiopia it is both a Muslim holiday and a national public holiday.
The day begins with prayer and continues with greetings, family visits, meals, and charity. It is one of the most important Islamic holidays for Ethiopian Muslims.
EtCal labels the holiday in both Muslim and national contexts because users may search for it either as a religious holiday or as a public holiday.
Ramadan context
Ramadan is a month of fasting, prayer, discipline, and community. Eid al-Fitr comes after the completion of the month and has the meaning of gratitude and celebration.
Families prepare clothing, food, and visits. Communities may gather for Eid prayer in open spaces, mosques, or large public prayer areas.
The holiday is also important for workplace, school, and travel planning because its Gregorian date changes each year.
Calendar timing
Eid al-Fitr falls on 1 Shawwal in the Hijri calendar. Because the Hijri calendar is lunar, the Gregorian date shifts earlier by about 10 or 11 days each year.
Local observance can depend on moon-sighting practice. EtCal follows the calendar data used by the apps so users have a consistent planning reference.
For final religious observance, communities may follow announcements from local Islamic authorities.
Using EtCal
EtCal shows Eid al-Fitr in the Muslim filter and also in national holiday views where applicable.
The web calendar provides quick lookup and calendar download support. The mobile apps add recurring reminders, countdowns, and offline access.
Sources and further reading
This page is written as original English EtCal content and cross-checked against trusted Ethiopian calendar, cultural, Orthodox, Islamic, and public-holiday references.
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Frequently asked questions
When is Eid al-Fitr?
It is 1 Shawwal in the Hijri calendar, after Ramadan.
Is Eid al-Fitr a public holiday in Ethiopia?
Yes. It is a national public holiday and a Muslim holiday.
Why does the date change every year?
It follows the lunar Hijri calendar, which is shorter than the Gregorian year.
Should I rely on local announcements?
For religious observance, local community or authority announcements may be important, especially around moon sighting.