44 Eid al-Fitr Gifts for Family and Friends in 2022 - Best Gift Ideas for Eid

2022-05-14 09:40:17 By : Mr. Tony Weng

Every item on this page was chosen by a Woman's Day editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy.

From thoughtful hostess gifts to creative Eid presents for kids and teens.

Eid al-Fitr is celebrated around the world by Muslims to mark the end of Ramadan, a holy month of fasting. The festival includes celebratory traditions like enjoying sweet foods with family and friends, and giving Eid al-Fitr gifts to loved ones. Gifts have long been a tradition of the Muslim holiday, and exchanging gifts is important in Islam in general. Prophet Muhammad said: "Give gifts for they build love among you." Receiving gifts is a love language, after all, so to help you express your love and gratitude for the people in your life who celebrate Eid, we've compiled 44 of the best Eid al-Fitr gift ideas.

You’ll find inspiration for thoughtful gifts that are sure to be appreciated by anyone, like edible treats, candles, and soaps. If you’re looking for a more personal touch, particularly for recipients that are very close to you, you’ll also find sentimental gifts such as holiday-themed jewelry, accessories, and clothing to wear on Eid. And if you'll be attending any Eid parties this year, we've also included a smattering of home decor items that are handy for hostess gifts. Finally, we’ve rounded up some of the latest gift ideas for teens, tweens, and kids to help you make this the most memorable Eid yet for your younger family members. With budget-friendly gift ideas starting under $10, as well as luxury Eid gifts worth the splurge, there’s something here for everyone on your list.

Plaques are great gifts because they can be displayed in countless places, such as the kitchen counter, on a hallway table, or on a bookshelf. This modern arched plaque with script writing and a floral moon brings Eid cheer to any space in a chic and sophisticated way. As a bonus, this one is interchangeable: One side says Ramadan Mubarak, the other Eid Mubarak.

For the person on your list who always has a stationery set on hand for note writing, elevate their collection of stationery supplies with a wax seal stamp. Inspired by Islamic architecture, this intriguing geometric stamp can be used year round to add grace, elegance, and an old world aesthetic to every card they send out.

Searching for an affordable Eid gift for a girlfriend who celebrates? This pastel art print will make the perfect addition to her wall decor, and she'll so appreciate the thought.

How cute is this mug from artist Huda Moopen? Microwave- and dishwasher-safe, the colorful illustration and heartwarming quote will make your favorite tea drinker smile every time they use it.

This motivational quote by 11th century polymath and poet, Omar Khayyam, is a sweet little ornament to gift friends for Eid. It can be hung by a desk or anywhere else to serve as a helpful reminder to cherish life.

“The world’s greatest word game” launched an Eid al-Fitr paperback edition with author Saadia Faruqi. It’s a top gift for 2022, aimed at a reading level of 8-12 years.

Gift the little boy in your life a handmade hat, a useful gift for teaching him how to pray or recite the Quran. Plus, these knit hats make for cute photo opportunities of traditional holiday clothes!

Whether it's your niece, younger sister, or tween neighbor, you'll become her new favorite with this fun Eid gift. The bundle includes lip gloss in three sparkly shades.

For an older teen who's into experimenting with makeup, this award-winning shadow palette from ColourPop makes a great gift this Eid. With 30 shades to play with in a rainbow of metallic, glitter, and matte colors, it's oh-so-versatile.

Tuesday in Love makes vegan, Halal-certified nail polishes. This gift set with three purple shades is the perfect way to send your love to that friend or family member who's always rocking a perfect mani.

Wish your loved ones a sweet Eid with these cute money envelopes from The Inkspired Studio. Each set comes with 10 Eid Mubarak envelopes in your choice between two fun and modern illustrations.

A spice mix with an American twist, this speaks to the flavor profiles of those who love New York’s street food. Gift it to the New Yorker in your life, or those with fond memories of the city.

Nzinga Knight’s non-alcoholic, aged hibiscus beverage is inspired by her Trinidadian Muslim roots. Great on its own or as a mixer, it’s a thoughtful gift, particularly for a Muslim new to cutting out alcohol from their lifestyle.

After a month of fasting, coffee lovers need their cup of joe. Port of Mokha specializes in the finest Arabica coffee from Yemen, which is well reflected in their prices. Gift a subscription box for an Eid present your loved one will savor for months.

Gifting a box of dates is always a good idea, but for something a little more offbeat, gift a jar of date pickle chutney instead. With a sweet and sour taste, it’s a welcome accompaniment to a cheese board and artisanal crackers.

Ambreen Ahmed’s Chicago-based online shop puts a spin on traditional Indian sweets. For her signature Eid bonbons, she creates unique flavors of barfi mithai, then coats each piece with a layer of chocolate to make a truffle. Flavors in this box include Chai, Coconut, Butter Pecan, and Dark Chocolate. Packed in a beautiful box with an accompanying holiday card, it makes a lovely Eid gift for American-Indian Muslims who still love traditional sweets.

A fun take on holiday chocolates — especially for kids — gift an Eid al-Fitr-themed smash box. Each box contains a 3D crescent moon and a 3D star made of milk chocolate. A wooden dowel for smashing is also included.

For fans of traditional Arabic calligraphy, the greeting “Eid Mubarak” is beautifully embroidered on these white dinner napkins. Also featuring an embroidered crescent moon motif, the gold, silver, and white color combination goes with any dinner set.

With an alluring texture, these handcrafted aluminum platters are as versatile as they are pretty. Available in three different sizes, they can be used to present food, display jewelry, or consolidate small decorative items and trinkets.

The removable leather sleeve embossed with Arabic calligraphy makes this carafe a stylish gift for Eid. With a convenient cork stopper lid, this carafe would make an excellent bedside companion for anyone who takes medicine in the morning and likes to have a glass of water nearby.

Do you spend Eid at the same hosts' every year? A personalized kitchen board makes a wonderful hostess gift that they can use for cheese boards, appetizers, and more for their future Eid parties. It also makes a great gift for your favorite chef!

Candles are a dependable gift for any occasion, Eid included! Candlescape & Co is a Muslim woman-owned company in NYC and their original Eid scent is a combination of amber, rose, and patchouli. Plus, the purple and gold packaging has the holiday colors down!

A soap company with a greater purpose, Sitti Soap creates education and employment opportunities for women, refugees, and people with disabilities. Their limited-edition gift box features a charming illustration of a Muslim woman harvesting olives for Sitti’s signature olive oil soap.

For the gift recipient that loves spiritual introspection, mindfulness and journaling, they’ll love this gift for Eid al-Fitr. It helps them carry on the essence of Ramadan throughout the year by journaling how God’s names and attributes manifest in their daily life.

For the gift recipient who loves to read, consider this natural leather bookmark, handmade by artisans in North Africa. Its traditional ornamental design makes it a fitting gift for the religiously devout who can use the bookmark for their sacred knowledge books.

Rahat Nook is a German brand bringing sustainability and natural materials back into prayer rugs. Made of 100% Merino virgin wool by artisans in Bosnia, their prayer rugs are lightweight, beautifully-designed heirloom pieces, for the eco-conscious Muslim.

A muted color palette and traditional Islamic geometric design make this wrapping paper a sophisticated choice for elegant Eid gifting.

This card beautifully combines holiday colors and simple motifs for a pretty Eid card with a tactile quality. Hand printed in the US on a letterpress printer, it measures 4.25” x 5.5” and comes with a kraft paper envelope.

For streetwear fans, a basic tee intertwined with a meaningful message is a gift they’ll be proud to wear over and over. This long-sleeve is 100% cotton with an embroidered logo.

For the bearded men in your life, Khaled Atallah’s moisturizing formula is a handy grooming product that makes a pragmatic Eid gift. Even if your gift recipient already has beard care products, the unique rosemary scent of this beard butter will add variety to his collection.

If the man in your life likes to wear traditional all-white clothes on Eid, these beautiful blue cufflinks will add a hint of color to his outfit (and match the mosque for Eid prayer!).

It’s lovely to dress up for holidays with holiday-themed jewelry. Ardorology’s crescent moon necklace speaks to Eid al-Fitr’s moon sighting traditions, making it a beautiful gift for the occasion. Made of 18K gold, your recipient can wear it for Eid al-Fitr year after year.

Olajumoke Jimoh is a Muslim accessories designer based in New York City. Her designs are inspired by her Nigerian roots and all of her glossy beaded bags are handmade in Lagos, Nigeria. Fashionable and one-of-a-kind, they make a perfect gift for styling Eid outfits.

Hijab magnets are today’s most popular hijab accessory. Unlike safety pins, which can cause snags and tears in fabric, hijab magnets help keep hijabs in their place without damaging expensive fabrics. This pack of four is a practical gift that’s great on its own or when gifted with a scarf.

Balloon bouquets are beloved by all ages. Build an Eid al-Fitr balloon bouquet using Days of Eid’s 26” mylar balloon as the center of the bouquet. It’s a versatile gift for anyone on your list that’s sure to make them happy this holiday!

Gummy candy is a delectable Eid gift for the teens in your life. Though generic gummies contain pork gelatin (a no-no for Muslims who observe halal), SQUISH Candies' collection of vegan gummies provides a safe alternative for snacking.

A fun take on headscarves, this company sells colorful, handmade tie-dye hijabs. Tweens, teens, and tie-dye fans will love pairing these with their favorite denim for a comfortable look that’s authentically them.

Modern research suggests that open-ended questions are the key to deepening relationships. This delightful question prompt from My 1st Masjid is a gentle way for multi-generational families to spend quality time with each other and grow in mutual love and respect.

Introduce a budding artist to daily prayer! This prayer mat is made of cotton canvas and invites kids to personalize and make it their own with coloring markers included.

Make Eid morning extra special by going to bed in these “dreaming of Eid” pajamas. Available in adult sizes, too, try matching holiday pjs for the whole family!

Learning how to phonetically read Arabic is a necessary skill to read the Quran. Give kids a head start on their Quran journey with this interactive board book that sounds out each Arabic letter at the push of a button.

This playdough set combines holiday colors with scented flavors such as “Sugar Date” and “Turkish Delight” for a fun (non-edible) treat! Laminated activity mats with Eid designs are also available for self-directed play.

Eid is an opportune occasion to invest in a set of wooden blocks: They’re well made, last a long time, and help develop essential learning skills. This particular set includes colorful domes and arches, so kids can build intriguing mosques!

Build an Eid basket for little ones! Available in three designs for Eid al-Fitr — Mosque, Lantern, and Ramadan Drummer — fill these baskets with toys, stickers and treats for an extraordinary Eid morning surprise.