Celebrations are always huge in Pakistan, so it’s no surprise that the country is on its toes for a whole new celebration season! While we all have our own reasons and traditions to celebrate like Eid or Rabi ul Awal, people still prefer to take out some days with other people by spending time with their loved ones and friends. The upcoming festivals just made a lot more fun with festivities like Eid, which is an important occasion in Pakistani culture.
For those Pakistani families who don’t know much about Eid, let’s explain what it really is. It is when family and friends gather together for a short period of time, after Ramadan. Families visit each other at home and hang out with friends and relatives.
It’s also the time for them to show off the gifts that they brought from home. So here are five ways you can enjoy Eid in Pakistan and also make sure that you have planned everything well from home. We have listed our top 5 ways to carry on making celebrations in Pakistan:
- Share Gifts: Make sure you gift some exclusive things or gifts for someone else to show your love and to get noticed by your loved ones. For example, if you have an older sibling, you can give them something valuable. There are a bunch of online businesses that would deliver your flowers after the celebration as well as others where you can buy exclusive items like clothing or accessories for yourself.
- Cooking parties: Cooking parties are popular among Pakistani families because it’s one of the most exciting occasions in the life of Pakistani families. Nowadays, cooking is done through WhatsApp groups as well. You can start a tradition by having every member of the family cook dinner for their colleagues. In the evening, you can arrange different kinds of plates for the guests. You can even prepare snacks for the party using the ingredients of common dishes.
- Baskets: Baskets are something special for Pakistani families as well. Each girl gets her own basket for preparing desserts and making cupcakes. They decorate it with any kind of sweets that she likes. It also shows your mother’s love as well as your sister’s affection. Moreover, you can add fruit items but should be careful because they can be very expensive. Be careful that your children do not touch anything in the basket.
- Presents: All siblings and parents want to keep gifts that express their affection and also show their love for their friends. If you find a present that will make them happy, get it on time! However, sometimes it might seem expensive but you can get it easily at cheap rates.
- Party games: Games are one of the best times to play with your friends and family. Eid is one of the most amazing holidays in Pakistan and you can plan to play games with your friends or families. There are many places like the TDF Magnifiscience centre, museums, and parks where you can enjoy the time with your people.
- Holidays and Festivals: Celebrations are always great times in any region. There are different types of festivals that are celebrated every year in Pakistan. For these festivals, you can spend a day with your friends and relatives and there will be food all the time. Also, you can join these festivities and take part in the festivities of your childhood. And it will be very interesting because you will see your family and your close friends wearing unique kinds of clothes or eating delicious foods together.
Nowadays, you can have extra savings by organizing events like shopping malls, birthday parties, and other functions in order to spread some joy throughout the family and relatives and to show off your best moments.
Here are some Top Tips For Planning An Amazing Holiday Celebration This Year:
- Plan out every minute of your party: Plan your event, schedule your activities during the week, and also set aside some time for the rest of the family members to be part of it. When planning your event this means everything about the preparation and execution of the idea.
- Go on shopping to impress him/her: Show everybody how much you love your loved one by buying a cute dress, floral chiffon, and shoes that speak volumes about you. But remember not to buy anything expensive and you can use your money wisely.
- You must consider your budget. Budget is essential in every aspect of life. You don’t need to go overboard for the sake of purchasing anything. If you have a small amount, then it will be better than a big amount, hence you can buy something of their choice but remember budget is a necessity.
- Plan ahead before time runs out. Time management is key when your event is going to be celebrated. Prepare a list for all your activities and ensure your guests attend them. Don’t forget to send invitations to all the members of the family. A good organizer will help you organize your efforts.
Remember to take a break to cool down your body, especially during festivals and birthdays. It’s necessary to stop taking the cake out of the fridge and stop touching everything you touched earlier. Remember that there are things we can do in order to look better.
Happy Eid in Pakistan!
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