As Muslims around the world observe Ramadan (March 10-April 9), some families in southeast Michigan may be looking for some fun new ways to celebrate at home or around town.
We’ve rounded up some local events, at-home activities and recipes to help you break fast so that you can put a new spin on your celebrations and teach your children why this holiday is so important to your family.
This article was updated on March 22, 2024 by Metro Parent’s Audience Development Coordinator, Kari Zaffarano. Her work included her research in finding Ramadan events for families to check out and providing things to do at home to celebrate, aligning with Metro Parent’s mission to provide the top parenting resources for local families. Questions? Please reach out to kari@metroparent.com.
Ramadan Events
Looking for a fun Ramadan event to take your kids to this year? Metro Detroit and Ann Arbor are full of options for families. Check out some of our favorites this year.
Ramadan Sundown Snacksat
March 22-April 9, 2024
- Address: Detroit Public Library, Main Branch, 5201 Woodward Ave., Detroit
- Cost: Free
Snacks are available daily for families and children of all ages at the Detroit Public Library, Main Branch. Walk-ins are welcome.
Ramadan 4 Kids: Stories | Activities | Fun
March 24 and 31, 2024
- Address: The Fairlane Club, 5000 Fairlane Woods Drive, Dearborn
- Cost: $5
Check out the exciting activities, storytelling sessions and learning opportunities for children to celebrate Ramadan. Ages 3-6 years old will be with Sr. Ruba and ages 7-9 will be with Br. Belal.
Celebrate Eid al Fitr!
April 6, 2024
- Address: Knapp Branch, Detroit Public Library, 13330 Conant St., Detroit
- Cost: Free
Come out to Knapp Branch to celebrate the end of fasting to learn about this important Muslim Holiday. RSVP required.
Ramadan Crafts & Activities for Kids
Hands-on activities and crafts are a great way to teach kids about the holiday and the history behind it.
- Children’s Books That Celebrate Ramadan: These books are perfect to teach kids more about Ramadan and why it is celebrated.
- Ramadan Fasting Tracker for Kids: Fasting is a key part of Ramadan. Help your kids track their fast with this fun tracker from Inspiring the Love of Islam.
- Easy Ramadan Treat Boxes for Neighbors: Share your love of Ramadan with your neighbors by making these treat boxes from Happily Hafsa.
- 30 Ramadan Quarantine Activity Ideas: Families still quarantining to keep loved ones safe can still celebrate Ramadan with these fun activities from ACraftyArab.com.
Recipes to Break Fast
Ramadan calls for a fast that last from sunrise to sunset, and when it’s time to eat, you definitely need something filling to break it. Here are some delish recipes to try this year.
- Best Fried Appetizers to Break Fast: Take a look at one Muslim mom’s favorite fried appetizers for Ramadan.
- Snacks for Ramadan or Iftar: Find 26 snacks, including baked chicken patties, erachi Pola and more, from Thasneen.com.
- 10 Ramadan Food Ideas for Serhi or Iftar: ZamZam.com offers 10 healthy recipes for families this Ramadan.
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