Chicagoland Muslim Celebrates Eid Al Fitr With Drive Thru Celebration
On Sunday, May 24th, 2020, there was no major congregational prayers and community festival held at Chicagoland due to the coronavirus lockdown. Majority of Muslims performed the Eid al-Fitr prayers at home this year.
The holiday marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan and is one of the most important on the Muslim calendar.
Us President Donald Trump, including Several US senators and Congressman, many prominent community leaders and elected officials from the Chicago and its suburbs congratulated Muslims around the world on Eid-ul-Fitr through his social media message.
Us President Donald Trump Said, "On Eid al-Fitr, the First Lady and I send our warmest greetings to Muslims in the United States and around the world as they celebrate. Known as the "Festival of Breaking the Fast," Eid al-Fitr marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan-a month filled with fasting, prayer, reflection, and other traditional observances. Over the past weeks and months, as we have fought the coronavirus, we have relied on our faith, family, and friends to help guide us through these unprecedented times. As Muslims observe the day of Eid al-Fitr, we hope they find both comfort and strength in the healing powers of prayer and devotion."
Senator Dick Durbin said in his Message, "Eid Mubarak! Wishing a safe and happy Eid to all those celebrating in Illinois and around the world."
Congressman Brad Schneider said, "Eid Mubarak to the Muslim community here in the Tenth District and around the world as the holy month of Ramadan comes to an end. Sending you good wishes as you celebrate breaking the fast this evening."
Congressman Sean Casten represents Illinois' 6th Congressional District send video message to Muslim community, "Happy Eid to all the Muslim."
Many Mosques and Islamic Center hold drive-thru Eid al-Fitr celebrations, Including Mecca Center Willow brook. Mosque Foundation Bridgeview, Islamic Center of Naperville, Islamic Center of Wheaton, SABAH Chicago, MEC Morton Grove and Several other Places. Participants drive-thru in decorated their cars and parade around the neighborhood and received goodie bags, candy, sweets and refreshments from Islamic centers.
Participants drive-thru allowed only to remain in their vehicles, and they were not permitted to exit their vehicles and enter the facility.
A Participant Ali Khan, who came with his wife and three Children at MEC Morton Grove said, "I hope that in we are trying different this year, good days will come along with the joys of Eid."