Ramadanfest 2025: Celebrate peace and cohesion in Vienna!

Ramadanfest 2025: Celebrate peace and cohesion in Vienna!

Wien, Österreich - On March 29, 2025, the Islamic faith community in Austria (IGGÖ) announces the Ramadanfest (Eid al-Fitr), which will be celebrated from March 30 to April 1, 2025. The festival marks the end of the fasting month of Ramadan, which is under the motto "Time for Consistency" this year. In his message, President Ümit Vural emphasizes the challenges caused by worldwide crises, in particular the tense situation in the Gaza Strip. The IGGÖ sees it as its responsibility to stand up for peace and a humanitarian solution and calls on the Muslims of Austria to pay their Fitra levy in good time to help those in need.

During the Ramadan, numerous prayers and events took place in mosques. On March 27, 2025, for example, an inter -religious Iftar took place in the Vienna City Hall. Mayor Dr. Michael Ludwig emphasized the importance of interreligious dialogue and the harmonious living together in the city. The IGGÖ draws attention to the importance of social diversity, solidarity and mutual respect. In this sense, the IGGÖ wishes Allen Muslim: inside Austria and a blessed and peaceful Ramadan Festival worldwide - Eid Mubarak!

interreligious messages in times of Ramadan

On the occasion of the month of Ramadan and E’ID al-Fitr 1446 E., the Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue of the Vatican sent a greeting to the Muslims worldwide. Signed by Cardinal George Jacob Koovakad and his secretary, the message emphasizes the importance of compassion and solidarity. Ramadan is described as an opportunity to renew the basic values ​​of religion and to approach God.

Special note is on the fact that Ramadan largely falls this year with the Lent period of Christians, which offers the opportunity to experience a process of cleaning, prayer and charity together. The message calls on to reject all forms of violence, discrimination and exclusion and to shape a future based on fraternity. The wish is expressed that the friendship between Muslims and Christians is a sign of peace.

common values ​​for peace

The interreligious dialogue between Judaism, Christianity and Islam is listed as crucial to promote peace and understanding. All three religions have roots in the figure of the patriarch Abraham and share many common values ​​such as mercy, justice and human dignity. These common values ​​are essential to reduce prejudices and create mutual understanding.

Studies have shown that the interreligious dialogue is more effective if it is based on these common values. Cities with intensive inter -religious activities tend to be more socially cohesive. The IGGÖ and other communities of faith promote trust and bridges between the different religions through joint projects in the areas of charity, education and environmental protection.

Overall, the Ramadanfest stands not only for personal spiritual renewal, but also for a strong sign of solidarity and peace at a time when understanding and respect are more than ever required.