The faithful usher in the holiday , Eid al-Fitr , with joyous community prayers , acts of charity , visits from far-flung relatives , gift-giving and hearty greetings of `` Eid Mubarak , '' or happy Eid . Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan -- dawn-to-dusk abstinence from food and drinks . The holiday is observed by Muslims around the world to mark a new beginning in their lives, with many people fasting for three days or more before breaking their fast on Friday night. Many , however , say it will not affect the festivities .
Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan -- dawn-to-dusk abstinence from food and drinks . The holiday is observed by Muslims around the world to mark a new beginning in their lives, with many people fasting for three days or more before breaking their fast on Friday night. Many , however , say it will not affect the festivities .