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Unity in Diversity: Celebrating the Richness of Islamic Heritage
March 23 - April 20 2023
Ramadhan
This is the most significant event in the Islamic calendar, and it occurs in the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar. During Ramadan, Muslims fast from dawn until sunset every day for a month. The fast is broken at sunset with a meal called Iftar.
April 21 2023
Eid Al-Fitr
This is a festival that marks the end of the month-long fast of Ramadan. It is celebrated on the first day of the Islamic month of Shawwal, and it is a time for Muslims to come together and celebrate with family and friends.
June 27 2023
Hajj
This is an annual pilgrimage to the holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia, and it is one of the Five Pillars of Islam. Hajj is obligatory for all able-bodied Muslims who can afford to undertake the journey at least once in their lifetime.
June 28 2023
Eid Al-Adha
This is a festival that commemorates the sacrifice made by the Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) when he was commanded by God to sacrifice his son, Ismail (Ishmael). It is celebrated on the 10th day of the Islamic month of Dhu al-Hijjah, which is the last month of the Islamic lunar calendar.
July 28 2023
Ashura
This is a day of remembrance that is observed on the 10th day of the Islamic month of Muharram. It is significant for different reasons for different sects within Islam, but it generally commemorates the death of the Prophet Muhammad’s grandson, Imam Husayn, who was killed in battle in the year 680 CE.
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