Eid al-Fitr 2024 is finally here, and millions of Muslims in Nigeria and around the world will gather for outdoor prayers and celebrations in various locales. This special day commemorates the end of Ramadan, a month-long fast.
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. For 2024, it started on March 11th, after the crescent moon was sighted in Saudi Arabia. The crescent moon was observed in Saudi Arabia on the 10th of April, confirming the conclusion of Ramadan.
Spending quality time with your loved ones will make this 2024 event unique, exciting, and unforgettable. Whether throwing a party, receiving gifts, or eating amazing food, here are some fantastic ideas to make this year’s Eid celebrations even more memorable!
Set the tone for Eid with magnificent decorations, including brilliant colors, colorful lighting, and ornaments. Use traditional features like lanterns, banners, and flower arrangements to create a welcoming mood for your visitors.
Dress to Impress: Eid is a great opportunity to express your own style and cultural heritage through Fashion. Whether you favour classic or modern styles, dress in ways that make you feel confident and beautiful. Encourage your visitors to dress up as well, contributing to the joyful atmosphere of the event.
Plan a Delicious Feast: Eid al-Fitr literally means “Holiday of breaking the fast.” Therefore, naturally, some special foods mark this celebration and make the holiday worthwhile. Eid celebrations are incomplete without a delicious feast enjoyed with family and friends. To accommodate everyone’s preferences, create a wide menu that includes traditional meals like Tuwon Shinkafa and Miyan Kuka, Jollof Rice, Burabisco, Amala and Ewedu, Suya, efo riro, moi moi, pepper soup and ofada Rice, biryani, kebabs, and desserts, as well as foreign favorites. Don’t forget to serve cool beverages like zobo, which comes in different forms: kunun gyada (made with groundnuts), kunun aya (made with tiger nuts).
Share & Exchange thoughtful presents: This Eid, spread joy and charity by giving meaningful presents to your friends and loved ones. Whether it’s homemade crafts, customized things, or symbolic symbols of appreciation, select presents that represent the event and build your relationships with people.
Give Back to the Community: During Eid, consider the less privileged by performing deeds of kindness and giving back to the community. To help those in need and exemplify the spirit of compassion and unity that characterizes the holiday, consider donating to nearby charities, volunteering at IDP, or Organizing food and drink donations
Participate in Prayer Services: Visit your neighborhood mosque or Islamic center to begin Eid with a feeling of reverence and spirituality. As you unite in prayer with other believers, you strengthen your bonds with the larger Muslim community and experience a sense of unity and belonging.
Organize a Virtual Gathering: If you can’t spend Eid with your loved ones in person, think about organizing a virtual gathering through video conferencing services. As you extend joyous welcomes, laugh and tell stories, and engage in virtual activities with one another, you can overcome physical distance and stay connected.
Plan Fun Activities: Make sure that there are games and fun activities for guests of all ages to enjoy throughout Eid. This will keep the celebratory mood alive. Create enduring memories with your guests by customizing the activities to their interests, which might range from talent showcases, trivia challenges, and memory games to board games that test your knowledge of the Quran, Hadith, and the five pillars of Islam. Each game offers a unique opportunity to learn about Islam while having a blast and creating lifelong memories with family and friends.
Capture Memories: Take pictures and films during your Eid celebrations to remember the priceless times you spent with loved ones. Provide a space for a photo booth complete with backdrops and decorations so that attendees may take amusing pictures that will be treasured for years to come.
Take a Moment to Reflect and Express Gratitude: Amidst the joy and celebration of Eid, take time to appreciate your blessings and express gratitude for whatever you have. Take some time to reflect in silence, say prayers of gratitude, and thank the people who have enriched your journey, adding meaning, sincerity, and authenticity to your festivities.
Eid is a time for joy, reflection, and connection, allowing us to rejoice with loved ones and appreciate the beauty of our cultural heritage. By adding these ten amazing ideas to your Eid festivities, you can create unforgettable moments that bring people together, encourage unity, and spread joy and kindness throughout your community. wishing you and your loved ones a great Eid full of peace, prosperity, and abundant blessings!
