See what’s happening at UBC
The sighting of the crescent moon marks the beginning of Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar. Ramadan, a month of fasting, is observed by some 1.6 billion Muslims all over the world. During the month of Ramadan, most Muslims refrain from food and drink, smoking, and sexual activity from dawn to dusk.
Throughout Ramadan, student clubs are hosting events and activities, including iftars, prayers, and other celebrations to mark the month. See the details of all the events below.
Learn more about Ramadan.
Featured UBC events
Multiple dates | 8:00 pm or 9:00 pm
Ramadan: Taraweeh hosted by the UBC Muslim Student Association
Please join the UBC Muslim Students’ Association for Taraweeh starting at 8pm or 9pm to 11pm at the Place Vanier Ballroom.
Multiple dates | 6:00 pm or 7:30 pm
Ramadan: Community Iftar hosted by UBC Muslim Student Association
Please join the UBC Muslim Students’ Association for Community Iftar starting 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm at the Place Vanier Ballroom.
Multiple dates | 7:00 pm
Ramadan: Iftar and Social/Discussion hosted by Karvan UBC
Please join Karvan UBC for an Iftar and Social/Discussion from 5:30pm to 11pm in the Brock Commons South Community Room 4104 (March 8, 14 and 29) and the Life Collegium (March 16).
Multiple dates | 7:00 pm
Ramadan: Iftar and Discussion hosted by the Thaqalayn Muslim Association of UBC
Please join the Thaqalayn Muslim Association of UBC for an Iftar and Discussion from 5:30pm to 10pm at Place Vanier (March 13) and the Life Collegium (March 20 and 27).
March 11 | 6:00 pm
Ramadan: Afghan Iftar hosted by Islamic Relief at UBC
Please join Islamic Relief at UBC for an Afghan Iftar on Tuesday, March 11 at 6 PM at the Brock Commons South Community Room 4104. Tickets are $14.
March 23 | 5:00 pm
Ramadan: Grand Iftar hosted by Islamic Relief at UBC
Please join Islamic Relief at UBC for a Grand Iftar on Thursday, March 23 from 5:00pm to 8:30pm at the Great Hall in the AMS Nest. Tickets are $25. The event will include a lecture, dinner and opportunities to donate to support those in need around the world.
Are you in a UBC department or student group planning a Ramadan event?
Please connect with us to have your event considered for this page info.events@ubc.ca.