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Ramadan 2026
Regular Meeting, March 5, 2026 · item DeclarationsA: Ramadan Declaration · 1 page
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Ramadan February 17 – March 19, 2026 Ramadan is the ninth lunar month of the Islamic calendar and marks a month-long spiritual journey celebrated by Muslims worldwide. Observers engage in daily prayer and fasting from before sunrise to sunset to help bring awareness to the experience of vulnerable community members facing hardship. Ramadan lasts 29 to 30 days based on the timing of the of the astronomical new moon. Families and communities come together in celebration and worship, demonstrating the rich and diverse traditions of Muslim societies and cultures. This month promotes reflection and renewal, and reinforces patience, perseverance, gratitude, compassion, forgiveness, and love. It is a time to engage in generous acts of charity and service to highlight the need to support one another in the community, and especially individuals facing challenges like hunger, poverty, disease, and conflict. This shared commitment to faith and acts of kindness seeks to bridge the differences between people and bring hope to all. We, the City Council of the City of Boulder, Colorado declare February 17th – March 19th, 2026, as
Ramadan
_____________________________ Aaron Brockett, Mayor