Qatar celebrates two major Eid holidays each year. Eid Al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan with three days of joy and feasting. Two months later,
Eid Al-Adha honors the pilgrimage to Mecca with four days of celebration. Both holidays bring families together for prayers, meals, gift exchanges, and community gatherings where children collect Eidiya money from neighbors and loved ones.
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Eid prayers & greetings
The day begins before sunrise with Eid prayers at mosques across Qatar. After prayers and a light breakfast, families visit neighbors and friends, greeting each other with “Eid Mubarak.” Children go door to door singing traditional songs and collecting Eidiya, small cash gifts, from each home they visit.
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Festival of breaking the fast
Eid Al-Fitr arrives on the first day of the Islamic lunar calendar's 10th month, immediately following Ramadan's month of fasting. Charity defines this holiday families across Qatar donate to their chosen causes as an essential part of the celebration. Schools, offices, and businesses close their doors in the morning so families and neighbors can celebrate together. The festive atmosphere extends across Qatar, with special events at malls and public spaces. Family-friendly activities and interactive exhibits appear throughout the city during this joyful time.
Feast of the sacrifice
The other major Islamic holiday is Eid Al-Adha. It takes place at the end of Hajj, the annual pilgrimage to Mecca, on the 10th day of the final month of the Islamic lunar calendar. Muslims commemorate this occasion by offering an animal and sharing its meat with family, friends, and those in need. The day begins with morning prayers, followed by family gatherings, festive meals, and celebrations across Qatar. Children also receive Eidiya, small gifts of money.
Eid greetings
To offer your own greeting, try these special Eid greetings and phrases on Muslim friends:
- Eid Mubarak - Blessed Eid or Happy Eid
- Eid Saeed - Happy Eid
- Kul 'am wa enta bi-khair - May every year find you in good health
- Taqabbala Allahu minna wa minkum - May Allah accept from us, and from you.
- As-Salam-u-Alaikum - Peace be upon you
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