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Eid al-Fitr Salat + Celebrations

  • Rollins Congressional Club 1621 Martha Terrace Rockville, MD, 20852 United States (map)
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Celebrate the completion of the holy month at NWMI’s 10th Eid al-Fitr celebration. We’ve put together our best program yet!

prayer

Takbirat will start at 9:45am, with salat starting promptly at 10:00am. The khutba (sermon) will be delivered in English. To commemorate our 10-year anniversary, Basil Eldadah, co-founder and board member of NWMI and our inaugural khateeb, will reprise his role as this year's khateeb. 

complimentary offerings

Brunch | Enjoy delicious and diverse food offerings, including pancakes, eggs, sliders, wraps, wings, donuts, pizza, and more!

Children’s Carnival | Our unforgettable kids’ program features an interactive petting zoo, multiple moon bounces (including one just for kids under 6), slides, jousting, pinatas, face painting, and balloon twisting! (Children must register to participate.)

Concessions | Enjoy fresh popcorn, cotton candy, and a shaved ice truck!

bonus offerings

Pony Rides ($3) | What better way to celebrate our 10th Eid than our first-ever pony rides?! Purchase tickets in advance using the registration link below or on-site.

Eid Portraits ($25) | Have a professional family photograph created for you by award winning photographer Akbar Sayed! Spots are limited. Learn more and reserve your spot in advance here

Book Sales ($15) | Our accomplished NWMI teens have written an incredible book! Purchase your copies of I Am The Night Sky & Other Reflections by Muslim American Youth in advance using the registration link below or on-site.


Moonsighting

In light of the unusual circumstances surrounding the expected sighting of the moon this year, NWMI will be celebrating Eid on Wednesday, June 5th. If you would like to know more about the rationale for this date, please click here. A description of how NWMI performs Eid Salat can be found here.

Volunteer

This event is successful because of your support! We welcome you to join us as a volunteer.  There are lots of ways to participate on Eid, so please choose what works best for you and your family. 

Please sign up here.

Pay Zakat Before Prayer

Zakat-al-Fitr should be given for each adult and his/her dependent(s) before the start of Eid Salat. It is recommended to give the worth of one meal ($8-10) for each individual. NWMI will be giving the fitrah to Muslim Social Service Agency. You can pay online or a collection box will be available on-site.

Earlier Event: June 1
Afternoon of Service
Later Event: June 24
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