Ramadan 2025 – Evening of Fri, 28 Feb 2025 – Sun, 30 Mar 2025

Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and it is considered one of the holiest months of the year for Muslims. The exact dates of Ramadan change every year because Islam uses a calendar based on the cycles of the Moon.

Ramadan is a special time for Muslim’s across the world because it remembers the month the Qur’an (the Muslim holy book) was first revealed to the Prophet Muhammad. Ramadan is followed by ‘Eid’ celebrations where family and friends gather to celebrate the end of Ramadan.

Most Muslims fast between dawn and sunset. Fasting allows Muslims to devote themselves to their faith. It is thought to teach self-discipline and reminds them of the suffering of the poor. However, children, pregnant women, elderly people and those who are ill or travelling don’t have to fast.

The end of Ramadan is marked by a big celebration called ‘Eid ul-Fitr‘ (the Festival of the Breaking of the Fast). Muslims are not only celebrating the end of fasting, but thanking Allah for the strength he gave them throughout the previous month. During Eid ul-Fitr Muslims dress in their finest clothes, give gifts to children and spend time with their friends and family. Muslims will also give money to charity at Eid.

Click here to find out more about Ramadan and important reflections for practice