‘Eid Mubarak’: End of Ramadan celebrated in Edmonton

People gather to mark Eid in Edmonton on March 20, 2026. (Evan Klippenstein / CTV News Edmonton)

Al-Rashid Mosque will host between 20,000 and 30,000 people this weekend for Eid al-Fitr.

The event marks the end of 30 days of dawn-to-dusk fasting, known as Ramadan.

“It is pretty much to take a moment to acknowledge and pat ourselves on the back a little bit for all of the deeds that we’ve done during the whole month, whether it’s worship, whether it’s acts like volunteering or giving charity,” explained mosque spokesperson Noor Al-Henedy.

“We are mandated, as a part of our faith, to fast the month of Ramadan, but that month comes with a reward in the end. We are always hoping and we are always wishful during the whole month, throughout all of the deeds that we do, that they will be accepted. But also we have this moment where we are told to celebrate all of the hard work.”

According to Al-Rashid Mosque, there are more than 100,000 Muslims living in Edmonton, representing 62 cultures.

The mosque was the first built in Canada, opened in 1938. Its current location was opened in 1982.

Al-Henedy said Edmontonians wanting to support their Muslim community members celebrate Eid can wish them an “Eid Mubarak,” or give candy to little kids, as is the cultural tradition.

“Just be courteous to your neighbour. Say, ‘Eid Mubarak.’ Share a smile, or a meal.”

Al-Rashid Mosque is also hosting a family carnival at ARCA Banquet Hall Friday evening.

With files from CTV News Edmonton’s Evan Klippenstein