The common English name for the Islamic festival that marks the end of Ramadan is Eid al-Fitr.
Eid al-Fitr begins after the month-long Ramadan fast has ended. Muslims typically gather for a special morning prayer, visit relatives and friends, share festive meals, and give children gifts or money. The festival is also associated with charitable giving before the prayer, helping people in need participate in the celebration.
The Arabic name is often translated as “Festival of Breaking the Fast.” Fitr refers to breaking the fast, while Eid means a recurring festival or feast. The holiday begins when the new month of Shawwal starts, so its date moves through the Gregorian calendar from year to year.
Eid al-Fitr should not be confused with Eid al-Adha. Eid al-Adha takes place in Dhu al-Hijjah and is connected with the Hajj pilgrimage and the tradition of sacrifice.