Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr in 2012

UAE astronomer forecasts Muslim’s fasting month of Ramadan timing

A UAE astronomer has forecast the Muslim’s fasting month of Ramadan might start on Saturday, July 21, and the Eid Al Fitr would be on August 19.

Ibrahim Al Jarwan, Astronomy Researcher and Supervisor of Sharjah Planetarium, said that the birth of the crescent moon that marks the beginning of Ramadan will be on Thursday, 19th July 2012, at 8:24 am (UAE time). The sunset will be at 5:09 pm, while the moon will set two minutes after sunset, according to the official news agency WAM. Read more

Eid Al Fitr Celebrations, Promotions in Dubai

In 2011, Eid Al Fitr begins on Tuesday for millions of Muslims across the globe. People are celebrating after a month-long day time fasting during Ramadan. For many the first day of Eid is exclusively for visiting relatives and the elders of the family. Special food is prepared at homes to serve on the occasion. As well as the exchanges of goodwill and cheer, Eid also marks the return of live concerts, family entertainment and fun activities. Here are Dubai Chronicle’s top suggestions:

• ‘Eid in Dubai’ festival unveiled
• Shoppiesta – main event in upcoming ’Eid In Dubai’ celebrations
• Eid Al Fitr 2011 with Emaar Retail
• Eid Al Fitr at Dubai Marina Mall
• Dubai Mall celebrates Eid with colourful cultural activities, Gift Card promotion
• Festival Centre announces Grand Prizes of Eid Al Fitr
• The Magic of Max Stevenson at Wonderland Amusement Park for Eid Celebrations
• Emirates Holidays’ Eid Al Fitr Offers
• Celebrate Eid at Coral Hotels & Resorts
• Eid promotion at Ramada Downtown Dubai
• Etisalat offers special family entertainment during Eid Al Fitr

Eid Al Fitr on Tuesday, First Day of Shawwal

  Eid Al Fitr will be on Tuesday, the First day of Shawwal month, Aug. 30, according to the statement issued by the Moon Sighting Committee today, announced the official news agency WAM.

The committee, which met yesterday evening under chairmanship of Dr Hadef Joan Al Dhahiri, Minister of Justice, said upon verification and sighting of crescent in coordination with the neighbouring sisterly countries, it has been decided that Monday is the last Ramadan month day, and Tuesday will be the first Eid day.

Eid Al Fitr at Dubai Marina Mall

Celebrate this Eid Al Fitr with entertainment and activities at Dubai Marina Mall, the popular lifestyle shopping destination for residents and visitors of the Dubai Marina community and New Dubai.

Al Ain Dairy and First Yacht Eid Activities

Al Ain Dairy and First Yacht are sponsoring activities and initiatives for children at Dubai Marina Mall this Eid. Al Ain Dairy will also be handing out complimentary juices and flavoured milk to children. Read more

Etisalat offers special family entertainment during Eid Al Fitr

The most popular Premium TV channels at no cost

Etisalat today announced a family entertainment treat for its eLife Triple Play customers, by opening most of its Premium TV Channels for free viewing during the Eid holiday.

During the upcoming EID holidays, eLife Triple Play customers will be able to enjoy Premium TV packages at no cost. The free viewing will include High Definition (HD) channels as well as popular Premium channels from OSN, Abu Dhabi Media (with English Premier League match telecasts), Pehla, Firstnet, ART, TFC, ZEE Family, UTV, NDTV, Times Group and many more quality entertainment options for families. Read more

Eid Al Fitr 2011 with Emaar Retail

Celebrate this Eid Al Fitr with special entertainment and offers from Emaar Retail’s leisure and entertainment attractions including Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo, KidZania® and SEGA Republic.

Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo

  Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo will host the Fish Car campaign in partnership with BMW to launch the impressive mini car, MINI Country Man Model. A BMW mini car model will be placed inside Dubai Aquarium overlooking the main front panel until September 24.

Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo is also hosting a special ‘Back to School’ offer. School students, aged between 4 and 10, visiting the leisure destination after school and in uniform will be given free admission.

• Date: August 25 to September 24
• Time: Sunday to Saturday, 10am to 1am
• Location: Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo, Ground Level and Level 2, The Dubai Mall
• Contact: For further details, call 04 4485200 Read more

Dubai Mall celebrates Eid with colourful cultural activities, Gift Card promotion

• Shoppers who spend AED 300 from August 28 to September 3 stand to win ‘Gift Cards’ through raffle draw on September 4
• Gift Cards worth AED 100,000 for first prize winner; other lucky winners to receive AED 30,000 worth of Gift Cards each

Make this Eid shopping even more memorable with a visit to The Dubai Mall, the world’s largest shopping and entertainment destination. The mall is celebrating Eid with a range of colourful cultural activities and rewarding lucky shoppers with Gift Cards.

Shoppers who spend AED 300 at any of the outlets of the mall from August 28 to September 3 can enter a draw for winning the Gift Cards. The draw will be held on Sept. 4 with a grand prize winner receiving Gift Cards worth AED 100,000 and others receiving Gift Cards of AED 30,000 each. Read more

Celebrate Eid at Coral Hotels & Resorts

The Eid festivities are round the corner and a perfect Eid Celebration awaits you at Coral Hotels & Resorts. Terrific room offers laced with impressive freebies make for the ultimate festive fun. Alternatively, indulge in tempting Eid treats at our superb Eid banquets brimming with the finest flavours of the Middle East. Read more

Eid promotion at Ramada Downtown Dubai

  Ramada Downtown Dubai, located in Dubai’s most prestigious and vibrant district, will celebrate the end of the holy month of Ramadan with a special brunch during the first three days of Eid al Fitr at Orchid Restaurant for AED99/ per person.

Diners will enjoy a selection of international dishes such as Italian, Chinese, Indian, Oriental and Arabic. Kids below six years old will eat for free while those aged six to 12 will pay half. Discounts are also being offered to groups of 10 or more. While enjoying the sumptuous brunch, diners can enjoy the property’s leisure facilities such as the swimming pool while the kids can engage in different activities at the play area. Read more

Festival Centre announces Grand Prizes of Eid Al Fitr

In continuation to the celebrations of the Holy Month of Ramadan and its “Experience the Spirit of Giving” promotional campaign, Festival Centre Dubai Festival City has announced the Eid Al Fitr grand prizes sponsored by the InterContinental Dubai Festival City hotel, Hertz and Dubai Festival City.

Each of the 3 prizes comprises a stay for 3 days at the InterContinental Dubai Festival City residential Suite worth AED 25,000 per one night, a 4×4 J-Jeep Cherokee rental for 3 days and AED 3000 worth of DFC gift vouchers. Read more

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