Eid Mubarak!

With the sacred month of Ramadan fast approaching, it’s an important time for many Muslim families in Australia to start preparing for the three-day celebrations of Eid al-Fitr.

Whether you’re a Muslim who celebrates Ramadan and Eid or you simply have friends or family who observe the holiday, giving gifts during this period can be a special way to embrace the togetherness at this time of the year.

There are a lot of ways to show your loved ones and community that you care during the holy month of Ramadan. Read on to discover some great Ramadan and Eid gift ideas that can make this year’s festival to break the fast one to remember.

What is Ramadan?

In Muslim culture, Ramadan marks the holiest month of the year, and is a time where all healthy Muslim adults fast across the month. Because Muslims base their calendar on the cycles of the moon, the dates for Ramadan vary each year.

This year, the holy month of Ramadan will start on approximately the 28th of February and finish around the 30th of March.

In addition to fasting during the Ramadan period, Muslims engage in the other Five Pillars of Islam – the profession of faith, prayer, alms, and hajj (pilgrimage).

During this time, it is also encouraged to not engage in smoking, drinking alcohol, or expressing anger.

Abiding by these core values of Islam allows Muslims to build a greater connection to God, as well as their fellow individuals, particularly those who are less fortunate within the community.

What is Eid al-Fitr?

Eid al-Fitr (‘festival of breaking the fast’) is a three-day celebration that commemorates the end of the holy month of Ramadan.

Eid al-Fitr is a vibrant time of prayer, community-togetherness, and feasting.

On the first day of Eid al-Fitr, Muslims will gather at their local mosque or community centre to undertake special prayers in the morning, signifying the first day of the 10th month in the Islamic calendar.

Following the morning worship, families and friends will gather to enjoy rich banquets of food. Often, many Muslims will visit multiple different homes of loved ones, enjoying different feasts at every stop.

The celebrations typically take place across the entirety of the three days, so it can be common for Australian Muslims to take time off work to observe this sacred period.

Meaningful Eid and Ramadan Gifts

Because Eid is such a special time for Muslims, many in the community give gifts to each other, particularly new clothing and home décor, to further enhance everyone’s experience of the celebrations. In addition to Eid gift giving, Muslims also give to charity to show their love and commitment to those in need within the community. Browse our list of Ramadan and Eid gift ideas to help you and your loved ones celebrate the holy month of worship.

Ramadan gifts to help them look their best on Eid al-Fitr

Because Eid is such a momentous occasion in the Muslim calendar, it is very common for people to give gifts during Ramadan to help loved ones prepare for the days of celebration.

Gifting new clothes for loved ones to wear over the Eid al-Fitr celebrations is one of the most common Eid and Ramadan gift choices. Because clothing taste can be so specific for most people, a gift card is a thoughtful choice when choosing your Ramadan gift. A Prezzee fashion eGift card allows your giftee to choose from a wide range of the US’ favorite retail brands. Help them look their very best on Eid al-Fitr with an eGift card for Aeropostale, Forever 21, GAP and more.

Show your host you care with homely Ramadan gifts

Hosting an Eid al-Fitr banquet is no small affair. Preparing a location, guest-list, and of course, a banquet menu, can often take weeks of careful planning.

This is one of the reasons why homewares and décor is a common Ramadan gift given in the lead up to the celebrations. Help them tick something off their to-do list early during Ramadan or surprise them entirely on Eid al-Fitr with a handy eGift card to the US’ leading homeware brands.

Whether it’s helping them find those last-minute kitchen accessories with a Target or gifting them with some new home décor from Kirkland’s, either way, these Eid gifts are going to make your host’s life so much easier.

Involve the kids in the celebrations with these Eid gift ideas

Although most kids don’t start fasting for Ramadan until they’re at the age of 11-12, Muslim children are still heavily involved in the prayer and festivities of Eid al-Fitr.

This of course includes Eid gift-giving too, where children can expect to receive gifts from others in the community across the 3 days of Eid.

Knowing exactly what a little one wants isn’t always easy, which is why a Prezzee kids Smart eGift Card is a great Eid gift option.

Ramadan - a time for worship, feasting and gifting

Whether or not you’re Muslim, there’s a lot to be gained by understanding the cultural significance of Ramadan. Empathy, forgiveness and community togetherness are universal values that many inside and outside of the Muslim community can embrace. Whether you’re helping plan for Eid al-Fitr or wanting to show a colleague you understand and value their cultural traditions, a Ramadan gift is a thoughtful gesture.

Frequently asked questions about Eid and Ramadan

What is Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr?

Ramadan is the holiest month in the Islamic calendar. Muslims celebrate the month of Ramadan by fasting, praying, and alms (giving to those in need). Eid al-Fitr represents the ‘breaking of fast’ in which 3 days of feasting, prayers and celebrations are held across the community.

How long does Ramadan last?

Depending on the lunar cycle, Ramadan lasts for 29-30 days. Over the course of Ramadan, those within the Muslim community fast from food from dawn to sunset as a means of devoting themselves to their prayers.

When is Eid in the US?

Because Ramadan is dependent on the lunar cycle, dates vary each year, however, in the US, Ramadan should commence from approximately the 28th of February and conclude on approximately the 30th of March.

Who celebrates Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr?

Muslims across the world all celebrate Ramadan, including children. This is a time where Muslims fast and pray across the month, and when the fast is broken, a feast and Eid gifts are shared throughout the community

What is the difference between Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr?

Ramadan represents the holy month of prayer and fasting for the Muslim community. Eid al-Fitr represents the three-day celebration and breaking of fast at the end of the month of Ramadan. Both Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr include the profession of faith, prayers, and alms.

Are Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr gifting occasions?

Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr are popular gifting occasions in the Muslim community. Many people give Ramadan gifts in the lead up to Eid which can include clothing, homewares, and décor. Additionally, people can give the same type of items as Eid gifts, the only difference being that these are gifted on the 3 days of Eid al-Fitr.