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Eid al-Fitr in Morocco

Eid-al-Fitr (Eid al-Fitr, Eid ul-Fitr, Id-Ul-Fitr, Eid) is the first day of the Islamic month of Shawwal. It marks the end of Ramadan, which is a month of fasting and prayer. Many Muslims attend communal prayers, listen to a khutba (sermon) and give zakat al-fitr (charity in the form of food) during Eid al-Fitr.

Is Eid al-Fitr a Public Holiday?

Eid al-Fitr is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.

Muslim child and mother expressing joy.

Many Muslims dress in fine clothing and children receive gifts on Eid al-Fitr.

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About Eid al-Fitr

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Eid al-Fitr Observances

YearWeekdayDateNameHoliday Type
2015SatJul 18Eid al-FitrNational holiday
2016ThuJul 7Eid al-FitrNational holiday
2017MonJun 26Eid al-FitrNational holiday
2018FriJun 15Eid al-FitrNational holiday
2019WedJun 5Eid al-FitrNational holiday
2020SunMay 24Eid al-FitrNational holiday
2021ThuMay 13Eid al-FitrNational holiday
2022TueMay 3Eid al-FitrNational holiday
2023SatApr 22Eid al-FitrNational holiday
2024WedApr 10Eid al-FitrNational holiday
2025MonMar 31Eid al-FitrNational holiday

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