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Assalamu Alaikum dear brothers and sisters,

We warmly invite you and your loved ones to join us for our Eid al-Adha prayer and celebration, taking place over two beautiful days, insha’Allah. Whether you’ve been with us for years or are new to the community, this is your space to feel welcomed, connected, and joyful.

🕌 Eid Prayer – Friday, June 6

Location: Blaisdell Center – Hawai‘i Suites

• 🕘 9:00 AM – Takbeerat
• 🕤 9:30 AM – Eid Prayer & Khutbah
• 🕥 10:30 AM – Program concludes

🎪 Eid Festivities – Saturday, June 7

Location: Blaisdell Center – Exhibition Hall & Hawai‘i Suites

This will be a day of joy for the whole family—a time to relax, play, and enjoy being together.

• 🕚 11:00 AM – Activities begin:
  • Bouncers 🏰
  • Carnival games 🎯
  • Concessions 🍿
  • Henna 🎨
  • Arts & crafts 🎨
  • Prizes 🎁

This event is designed to be a warm and joyful space for families, friends, and neighbors to celebrate this special occasion together. Come reconnect with old friends, make new ones, and let your children enjoy the blessings of a fun and festive Eid.

🅿️ Parking – Free for All Attendees

Alhamdulilah, we have purchased parking for both Friday and Saturday at the Blaisdell Center Parking Structure. Simply let the parking attendant know that you are attending Eid with the Muslim Association of Hawaii.

Like always, we need and appreciate your help to make the experience as enjoyable as possible for all. Please email us at mahmasjid@gmail.com if you’d like to volunteer for either or both days. Let’s come together as a community in celebration, gratitude, and joy. We look forward to seeing you and your families, and we ask Allah ﷻ to accept your worship, your sacrifices, and your prayers during these sacred days.

Eid Mubarak from all of us at the Muslim Association of Hawaii! May it be a day full of light, love, and blessings.

With warmest regards,
The Muslim Association of Hawaii

Assalamu Alaikum dear brothers and sisters!

InshaAllah this message finds you in the best of health and strongest Iman.

Eid Mubarak! We are pleased to announce that Eid al-Adha will be on Friday, June 6, 2025, InshaAllah.

Alhamdulillah, We’re pleased to share that volunteers and others form the community successfully sighted the moon this evening here in Hawai‘i, confirming the start of Dhul Ḥijjah. This local sighting is in harmony with global reports and aligns with both traditional Islamic practice and astronomical data. As a result, the Day of ʿArafah will fall on Thursday, June 5, and Eid al-Adha will be celebrated on Friday, June 6, in unison with the majority of the Muslim world and communities across the United States.

 These sacred days are a time of mercy, worship, and celebration. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said:

“There are no days in which righteous deeds are more beloved to Allah than these ten days (of Dhul Ḥijjah).”

(Saḥīḥ al-Bukhārī)

 We encourage all who are able to fast on the Day of ʿArafah—Thursday, June 5—about which the Prophet ﷺ said:

“Fasting the Day of ʿArafah expiates the sins of the previous year and the coming year.”

(Saḥīḥ Muslim)

 We are also excited to share our Eid al-Adha prayer and community celebration schedule at the Blaisdell Center:

 Friday, June 6 – Eid Prayer

   •   Location: Hawaii Suites, Blaisdell Center

   •   Takbīrāt Begin: 9:00 AM

   •   Eid Prayer and Khuṭbah: 9:30 AM

We should be done by 11 AM InshaAllah

Saturday, June 7 – Full Community Celebration

   •   Location: Exhibition Hall, Blaisdell Center

   •   Activities Begin: 11:00 AM

   •   Join us for:

• Catered halal lunch

• Bounce houses and inflatables

• Face painting and arts & crafts

• Carnival games and prize giveaways

• Kids’ corner and special surprises

• A warm space for families and friends to gather in joy and faith

Allah reminds us in the Qur’an:

“That they may witness benefits for themselves and mention the name of Allah on known days…”

(Sūrat al-Ḥajj, 22:28)

 And the Messenger of Allah ﷺ said:

“The Day of ʿArafah, the Day of Sacrifice, and the Days of Tashrīq are our festival, the people of Islam, and they are days of eating and drinking.”

(Sunan al-Tirmidhī)

Please mark your calendars, invite your loved ones, and come celebrate with your community. May this Eid bring us all renewed faith, deeper unity, and lasting joy.

This message is from the Muslim Association of Hawaii (MAH)—your long-standing masjid and community organization serving Muslims in Hawai‘i for decades. If you’ve seen conflicting messages or posts circulating on WhatsApp or social media, as was the case last Eid, please know this is our official announcement. We encourage everyone to refer directly to MAH for accurate and reliable information on our programs and events.

We look forward to seeing you and your families, and wish you a blessed and joyful Eid.

Jazaakum Allah Kheir

Muslim Association of Hawaii (MAH)

Assalamu alaikum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh dear brothers and sisters,

Alhamdulillah, we have secured the Blaisdell Center for this year’s Eid ul-Adha gatherings! As we enter these sacred days, we ask Allah to accept from all of us and to bless our community with unity, joy, and renewed faith.

 The Prophet (peace be upon him) said:

“No days are more beloved to Allah for righteous deeds than these ten days.”

(al-Bukhari)

Given the potential for Eid to fall on either Friday, June 6 or Saturday, June 7, here is our tentative schedule:

If Eid is on Friday, June 6

Friday, June 6 – Eid Prayer Only

   •   Location: Hawaii Suites, Blaisdell Center

   •   Takbeerat Begin: 9:00 AM

   •   Eid Prayer & Khutbah: 9:30 AM

Saturday, June 7 – Full Community Celebration

   •   Lunch

   •   Family activities, bouncers, games, and prizes

   •   Location: Exhibition Area at Blaisdell Center

If Eid is on Saturday, June 7

Saturday, June 7 – Eid Prayer & Full Celebration

   •   Location: Hawaii Suites & Exhibition Area, Blaisdell Center

   •   Takbeerat Begin: 9:00 AM

   •   Eid Prayer & Khutbah: 9:30 AM

   •   Followed by lunch, kids’ activities, bouncers, prizes, and more!

The Prophet (peace be upon him) said:

“The Day of ‘Arafah, the Day of Sacrifice, and the Days of Tashriq are our festival, the people of Islam, and they are days of eating and drinking.”

(al-Tirmidhi)

Please mark your calendars, spread the word, and stay tuned for a confirmed announcement once the Eid date is officially determined, in sha’ Allah.

Jazaakum Allahu Khairan,

Muslim Association of Hawaii

Dear Brothers, Sisters, and International Students,

Assalaamu Alaikum,

On behalf of the Muslim Association of Hawai‘i (MAH), we are writing to share an urgent concern that directly impacts our Muslim community, international students, and broader civil rights efforts here in Hawai‘i.

During a briefing yesterday, Br. Hakim Ouansafi learned of alarming developments: international student visas have been suspended for some students, with the possibility that more may face similar actions. In at least one case, a visa suspension was tied to a minor speeding violation—an incident that should never have jeopardized a student’s educational future.

These measures are deeply troubling. They highlight systemic barriers that disproportionately affect Muslim students, international students, and marginalized communities striving for higher education. Policies like these not only limit access to academic opportunities but also send a discouraging message to those working hard to build their futures.

Br. Hakim is a longtime civil rights advocate and a founding member of the Hawai‘i Coalition for Civil Rights (HCCR) and continues to serve in both it's Social Justice and Communications subcommittees. Through these roles, and alongside MAH, we are committed to offering support to any students affected by these concerning actions under the current administration’s policies. Together, we are engaging with university leadership, our DC delegation, and local law makers advocating for your rights, and raising public awareness about these issues.

If you, or someone you know, has been affected or has concerns about these recent actions, we encourage you to reach out and email us at MAHmasjid@gmail.com. The Muslim Association of Hawai‘i stands ready to assist, advocate, and ensure that no student faces these challenges alone.

Jazaakum Allahu khairan for your continued trust and support. Together, we will continue to uphold justice, equity, and opportunity for all members of our community.

Sincerely,
The Muslim Association of Hawai‘i (MAH)

Assalamu Alaikum and Eid Mubarak

Dear brothers and sisters,

Alhamdulillah, consistent with our policy of moon-sighting, the hilal (new moon) has been sighted with the naked eye in multiple locations across the continental U.S. and other countries. As such, Eid al-Fitr will be observed tomorrow Sunday, March 30 InshaAllah.

We congratulate all of you on completing the blessed month of Ramadan and ask Allah (SWT) to accept our fasting, prayers, and acts of worship. We also want to take this opportunity to encourage the revival of the Sunnah of moon-sighting by watching the skies ourselves, and we will continue to support our brothers who will go out this evening to practice this beautiful Sunnah.

Eid Prayer Location and Details:

Due to limited venue availability, Eid prayer and festivities will be held at the Masjid.

Please note: there will be NO general parking at the Masjid. Only a small number of spaces will be reserved for volunteers running errands, drop off of the elderly and for registered vendors.

To accommodate the community:

   •   Free parking is available at the University of Hawai‘i, behind the Kennedy Theatre located at 1770 east-west road
   •   A shuttle service operated by VIP will run every 12–15 minutes starting at 8:00 AM, transporting attendees between the front of Kennedy Theatre and the Masjid.

  •   We strongly encourage everyone to use this shuttle, or to park legally in the surrounding neighborhood, being respectful to neighbors and avoiding any blocked driveways.

If you plan on looking for street parking near the Masjid rather than parking at UH, we suggest that you drop off elderly family members or loved ones at the Masjid entrance first, then find parking. Please allow yourself extra time, and plan for the possibility of a 10-minute walk, as nearby parking may not be available.

Schedule:
   •   Takbirat will begin at 9:00 AM, followed by the prayer and khutbah. This portion of the program should end by approximately 10 AM.
   •   A community breakfast and lunch, along with activities for children, refreshments, and snacks will be provided throughout the day.
   •   The event will conclude with the Asr prayer.

Let us come together in joy, unity, and gratitude on this blessed occasion. May Allah accept from us and from you, and may He bring peace and relief to our brothers and sisters around the world.

Eid Mubarak!

The Muslim Association of Hawaii (MAH)

Assalaamu Alaikum Dear Brothers and Sisters,

As we enter the remaining few nights of Ramadan, we invite you and your families to join us for a special community program on Wednesday, March 26th, leading into the auspicious night of the 27th of Ramadan, inshaAllah.

This is one of the most spiritually significant nights of the year, as we seek Laylat al-Qadr, the Night of Decree, about which Allah says: “The Night of Decree is better than a thousand months.” (Surah Al-Qadr, 97:3)

The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: “Seek Laylat al-Qadr in the last ten nights of Ramadan.” (Sahih al-Bukhari) And in another narration, he said: “Seek it in the odd-numbered nights of the last ten nights.” (Sahih al-Bukhari, Sahih Muslim)

Our program will begin with Maghrib prayer, followed by Iftar, which will be provided for everyone. The evening schedule is as follows:  

•   8:15 PM – Isha prayer, followed by 8 rak‘at of Taraweeh

•   9:30 PM – A short 30-minute talk

•   10:00 PM – 4 additional rak‘at of prayer, concluding the first portion of the night  

•   10:30–11:00 PM – Break for refreshments and time for those who wish to leave    

•   11:00–11:45 PM – Resumption with Tahajjud prayers    

•   11:45 PM–3:00 AM – Free time and midnight snacks provided

•   3:00 AM – Tasbih and Adhkar    

•   3:30 AM – Additional Qiyam prayers followed by Shafaa and Witr prayers.    

•   4:30 AM – Suhoor (pre-dawn meal), which will be provided

•   5:35 AM – Fajr prayer ( not the usual 6AM)

Let us come together on this beautiful night to worship Allah with sincerity, reflect deeply, and make heartfelt du‘a for ourselves, our families, and the Ummah.

May Allah accept our fasting, our prayers, and our good deeds in this blessed month. May He allow us to witness Laylat al-Qadr and leave Ramadan purified, forgiven, and renewed in faith.

Allahumma innaka ‘afuwwun tuhibbul ‘afwa fa‘fu ‘anna. "O Allah, You are Most Forgiving, and You love to forgive, so forgive us".

Jazaakum Allahu Khairan,

The Muslim Association of Hawaii (MAH)