Preparation for Eid celebrations brings a festive feel to Little India’s Gerrard Street

Eid marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan

pani puri — Eid al-Fitr is “the breaking of the fast” in Arabic. (Ali Irtiza/Toronto Observer)

By Ali Irtiza
April 12, 2024

Muslims gathered to start the celebration of Eid on Gerrard Street East after the moon was sighted April 9 in Canada.

Caught in the hustle and bustle of Eid preparations on Gerrard Street East! Last-minute shoppers flood the shops.(Irtiza Ali/Toronto observer)

Busy night on Gerrard Street East! Cars and people everywhere, getting ready for Eid tomorrow.(Irtiza Ali/Toronto Observer) — Busy night on Gerrard Street East! Cars and people everywhere, getting ready for Eid tomorrow. (Irtiza Ali/Toronto Observer)

pani puri on a plate on Gerrard street — Indulging in some delicious pani puri on Gerrard Street East, a perfect pre-Eid treat.(Irtiza ali/Toronto observer)

a father buys his son a toy from a street vendor on the eve of Eid on Gerrard Street — A heartwarming moment captured on Gerrard Street East, as a father buys his son a toy from a street vendor on the eve of Eid. (Irtiza ali / Toronto Observer)

"Grilling up savory burgers on Gerrard Street East, the night before Eid.Irtiza Ali /Toronto Observer) — Grilling up savoury burgers on Gerrard Street East, the night before Eid. (Irtiza Ali /Toronto Observer)

Vibrant Indian dresses on display for sale, lighting up Gerrard Street East on the eve of Eid.(Irtiza ali /Toronto Observer) — Vibrant Indian dresses on display for sale, lighting up Gerrard Street East on the eve of Eid.(Irtiza Ali/Toronto Observer)

Community vibes on Gerrard Street East, with people gathered on the street, chatting and sharing stories on the eve of Eid.(Irtiza Ali/Toronto Observer)

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