Family Day: Eid

Join us to celebrate Islamic culture and connect with Houston's Muslim community at Asia Society Texas Center's Family Day highlighting Eid al-Fitr!

Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan, is an occasion of peace, joy, and festivity. People visit friends and family, give gifts, and eat sweets and delicious food.

As part of our commitment to our community's educational and cultural development, we at Asia Society trust in the power of art and ideas to build understanding and connect communities. Whether you celebrate Eid or would like to learn more, we welcome you to join us and to enjoy a showcase of Islamic traditions, arts and crafts, food, music and more!

This event will be socially-distanced, featuring limited, timed tickets.

Activities, Food, and Performances

Music by Zubair Al Awadi | 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. Performances
Enjoy a special musical performance by Zubair Al Awadi, who plays the oud, a traditional Arabic stringed instrument similar to a lute.

Grand Hall Bazaar | All Day
Explore the all-day market, featuring food, fashion, and traditional and contemporary art by local artists.

Art Demonstration | All Day
Observe the creation of handmade designs on ceramic tiles based on a traditional Ottoman artistic style.
Presented by the Islamic Arts Society

Lantern-Making | All Day
Light is an important symbol in Islam. Make your own Eid lantern to bring light home!

Henna | All Day
Henna is a beautiful tradition and central part of celebrations for Eid. Receive a complimentary henna tattoo.
Presented by the Islamic Arts Society

Islamic Calligraphy | All Day
Watch live calligraphy demonstrations, learning about the connections between calligraphy and Islam.
Presented by the Islamic Arts Society

Eid Greeting Cards | All Day
Have fun creating an Eid greeting card! Learn about the different imagery, phrases, and symbols associated with Eid. Design your own card and send your greetings to friends and family.

It's a Wrap | 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Enjoy a tasty meal from It's a Wrap, serving halal, vegan, and gluten-free options!

Participating Artists and Vendors

Zubair Al Awadi | Hina Chaudhry | It's a Wrap | Morad Jasim | Fatema Josh | Jewelry by Mona | Sana Mirza | Shaheen Rahman | Kaneez Zohra Siqqiqui (Hooked on Henna) | Islamic Arts Society

FREE Access to Exhibition

Shahidul Alam: Truth to Power presents the first comprehensive U.S. museum survey of Bangladeshi photographer, writer, activist, and institution builder Shahidul Alam. Providing visitors with a nuanced view of Bangladesh and South Asia, the exhibition explores systems of personal and collective agency, and underscores the importance of self-representation, empowerment, and truth as embodied in Alam's life and work.
On view through July 11, 2021

Celebrate Online!

For those wishing to celebrate Eid or learn at home, check out our Festival of Eid: A Virtual Celebration from 2020. Create crafts, enjoy musical performances, watch art demonstrations, and participate in storytimes!

Health and Safety

Please note we continue to follow the CDC's recommendations and will strictly adhere to protocols to keep our guests and staff safe throughout each event. Learn more about our health and safety protocols and procedures.

Parking

Paid parking is available in the Asia Society Texas Center parking lot across the building on Southmore Boulevard. Entrances are located on Caroline Street and Austin street. For additional details about accessing the Museum District — including Metrorail, cabs, and more parking options — please visit the Houston Museum District website.

Past Eid Events

2020: The Festival of Eid: A Virtual Celebration
2019: Highlights | Details

About the Muslim Series

Through a multidisciplinary approach that utilizes Asia Society’s breadth of programming opportunities, this series explores the artistic talents and stories of American Muslims to inspire our community to better understand one another.

For information about sponsoring the Muslim Series and other programs like this one, please contact Jenni Rebecca Stephenson, Director of Development, at JStephenson@asiasociety.org or 713.496.9909.

Series Sponsors

Eddie Allen and Chinhui Juhn
Alliance for Compassion and Tolerance
Shaista Khan and Shahzad Bashir
Dr. Uzma Iqbal
Saniah and Hyder Kazimi
Drs. Basheer and Saleha Khumawala
Drs. Monira and Azam Kundi
Shazma and Arshad Matin
Fakhruddin Sabir | F S Group Architects & Developers
Cartha Siddiqui
Selma and Mustafa Tameez

Partners