{"id":335844,"date":"2026-03-20T12:42:50","date_gmt":"2026-03-20T04:42:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/?p=335844"},"modified":"2026-03-20T12:42:50","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T04:42:50","slug":"hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore\/","title":{"rendered":"Hari Raya traditions and etiquette: A guide to celebrating respectfully in Singapore"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/hari-raya-puasa-aidilfitri-singapore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hari Raya Aidilfitri<\/a> in Singapore is that time of year when the Muslim community bids farewell to the month of Ramadan and dives into open-house marathons. It\u2019s a celebration of forgiveness, gratitude, and family\u2026 but without knowing the proper etiquette, it\u2019s also a minefield of awkward moments, judgmental relatives, and accidental social faux pas. But don\u2019t worry, we\u2019ve got your back. Consider this your cheat sheet on how to navigate Hari Raya traditions and visiting etiquette in Singapore.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_72 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Hari Raya traditions and visiting etiquette<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #333333;color:#333333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #333333;color:#333333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore\/#hari-raya-customs-and-practices-in-singapore\" title=\"Hari Raya customs and practices\">Hari Raya customs and practices<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore\/#1-seeking-forgiveness\" title=\"1. Seeking forgiveness\">1. Seeking forgiveness<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore\/#2-donning-colourful-baju-raya\" title=\"2. Donning colourful baju Raya\">2. Donning colourful baju Raya<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore\/#3-visiting-family-and-friends\" title=\"3. Visiting family and friends\">3. Visiting family and friends<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore\/#4-paying-respects-to-the-deceased\" title=\"4. Paying respects to the deceased\">4. Paying respects to the deceased<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore\/#5-giving-green-packets\" title=\"5. Giving green packets\">5. Giving green packets<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore\/#hari-raya-visiting-etiquette-in-singapore\" title=\"Hari Raya visiting etiquette\">Hari Raya visiting etiquette<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore\/#6-as-a-guest\" title=\"6. As a guest\">6. As a guest<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore\/#7-as-a-host\" title=\"7. As a host\">7. As a host<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore\/#8-good-to-know-for-non-muslims\" title=\"8. Good to know for non-Muslims\">8. Good to know for non-Muslims<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore\/#food-traditions-during-hari-raya-in-singapore\" title=\"Food traditions during Hari Raya\">Food traditions during Hari Raya<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore\/#frequently-asked-questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore\/#what-is-the-significance-of-the-salam\" title=\"What is the significance of the salam?\">What is the significance of the salam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore\/#what-does-%22maaf-zahir-dan-batin%22-actually-mean\" title=\"What does &quot;maaf zahir dan batin&quot; actually mean?\">What does &quot;maaf zahir dan batin&quot; actually mean?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore\/#why-do-families-wear-matching-colours\" title=\"Why do families wear matching colours?\">Why do families wear matching colours?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore\/#should-i-bring-a-gift-to-an-open-house\" title=\"Should I bring a gift to an open house?\">Should I bring a gift to an open house?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore\/#how-should-i-dress-as-a-guest\" title=\"How should I dress as a guest?\">How should I dress as a guest?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore\/#who-gives-and-who-receives-green-packets\" title=\"Who gives and who receives green packets?\">Who gives and who receives green packets?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore\/#how-much-is-typically-inside-a-green-packet\" title=\"How much is typically inside a green packet?\">How much is typically inside a green packet?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore\/#whens-the-best-time-to-give-the-packet\" title=\"When&#039;s the best time to give the packet?\">When&#039;s the best time to give the packet?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"hari-raya-customs-and-practices-in-singapore\"><\/span>Hari Raya customs and practices in Singapore<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-seeking-forgiveness\"><\/span>1. Seeking forgiveness<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_335846\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-335846\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-335846 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore-seeking-forgiveness-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Muslim adult woman seeking forgiveness from elderly | Hari Raya traditions and visiting etiquette\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore-seeking-forgiveness-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore-seeking-forgiveness-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore-seeking-forgiveness.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-335846\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Ika Rahma H via Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Before the feast and festivities, it\u2019s customary to ask for forgiveness from family and friends. Think of it as emotional spring cleaning: clear your grudges, reset relationships, and brace yourself for that inevitable awkward hug with your cousin who still owes you a dollar from 2016. Crying isn\u2019t a requirement, though you might witness plenty of waterworks during this time.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-donning-colourful-baju-raya\"><\/span>2. Donning colourful baju Raya<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_335847\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-335847\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-335847 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore-colourful-baju-raya-muhammad-danie-ilham-bin-roslan-pexels-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Colourful baju raya | Hari Raya traditions and visiting etiquette\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore-colourful-baju-raya-muhammad-danie-ilham-bin-roslan-pexels-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore-colourful-baju-raya-muhammad-danie-ilham-bin-roslan-pexels-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore-colourful-baju-raya-muhammad-danie-ilham-bin-roslan-pexels.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-335847\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Muhammad Danie Ilham Bin Roslan via Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Baju kurung, kebaya, baju Melayu, songkok\u2026 the traditional outfit game is real. You can say this is where everyone shows up and shows out. It\u2019s not just about aesthetics \u2013 dressing modestly signals respect, while coordinating family outfits earns you bonus points in social credit. Psst: get the 411 on the different types of <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/baju-raya-hari-raya-singapore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">baju Raya and where you can get them in Singapore<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-visiting-family-and-friends\"><\/span>3. Visiting family and friends<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_335848\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-335848\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-335848 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore-family-eating-together-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Family eating together | Hari Raya traditions and visiting etiquette\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore-family-eating-together-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore-family-eating-together-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore-family-eating-together.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-335848\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Azami Adiputera via Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>From intimate family gatherings to multi-house hopping that could qualify as a competitive sport, visiting loved ones is core to the Raya season. Remember: it\u2019s about connection, not just the food. But if we\u2019re honest, pacing your eating strategy is basically survival 101. Manage your plate at every home visit \u2013 not too little till you get the dreaded \u201cthat\u2019s all you\u2019re eating?\u201d but at the same time not too much till your stomach begs for mercy.<\/p>\n<p>If all else fails, just pass the eating baton to a bottomless pit\u2026 your father.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-paying-respects-to-the-deceased\"><\/span>4. Paying respects to the deceased<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Some folks visit family members who have passed during the first day of Hari Raya. Etiquette here is simple: dress modestly and maintain decorum. This means no loud chatter (use your indoor voice) or selfies (save them for later). Oh, don\u2019t forget the trusty umbrella and bottled water.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5-giving-green-packets\"><\/span>5. Giving green packets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_335849\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-335849\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-335849 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore-green-packet-duit-raya-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of green packet (or envelope) | Hari Raya traditions and visiting etiquette\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore-green-packet-duit-raya-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore-green-packet-duit-raya-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore-green-packet-duit-raya.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-335849\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Najmi Arif via Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Green packets (or envelopes) are festive cash gifts given to kids, unmarried relatives, and the elderly during Hari Raya. This concept is known as duit raya within the Malay community and is somewhat similar to the <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/chinese-new-year-red-packet-ang-bao-rates-singapore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chinese ang bao<\/a>. The amount to give is entirely up to you, though don\u2019t be that person handing out $2 notes like it\u2019s 1996. Now, why green? The colour is heavily associated with Islam, representing paradise, peace, and harmony.<\/p>\n<p>When receiving green packets, the rule of thumb is to do it with both hands and avoid opening in front of the giver. It\u2019s all about gratitude, so no \u201chow much did you get?\u201d like it\u2019s a salary review.<\/p>\n<p>Nowadays, e-duit raya is the adulting answer to last-minute giving or long-distance relatives. The etiquette still applies: don\u2019t send $10 with zero greeting, and avoid screenshotting and comparing like it\u2019s crypto.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"hari-raya-visiting-etiquette-in-singapore\"><\/span>Hari Raya visiting etiquette in Singapore<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6-as-a-guest\"><\/span>6. As a guest<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_335850\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-335850\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-335850 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore-guests-rdne-pexels-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Guests visiting during Eid | Hari Raya traditions and visiting etiquette\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore-guests-rdne-pexels-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore-guests-rdne-pexels-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore-guests-rdne-pexels.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-335850\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: RDNE Stock project via Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Basic courtesy goes a long way, so remember to give your greetings and say hello to elders first (the food table can wait). Avoid overstaying \u2013 hopping five open houses is a marathon, not a Netflix binge \u2013 and you don\u2019t want to stay too late. Hari Raya is meant to be a joyous celebration, so skip the controversial topics, prying into life choices, and passing snarky remarks. You\u2019re here for rendang, not therapy.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7-as-a-host\"><\/span>7. As a host<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_335851\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-335851\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-335851 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore-hosting-guests-faisal-nurmansyah-pexels-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Host serving food to guests during Eid | Hari Raya traditions and visiting etiquette\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore-hosting-guests-faisal-nurmansyah-pexels-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore-hosting-guests-faisal-nurmansyah-pexels-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore-hosting-guests-faisal-nurmansyah-pexels.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-335851\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Faisal Nurmansyah via Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Welcome guests warmly, even if you\u2019re not familiar with them. No one wants to feel like they RSVP\u2019d to a courtroom. Feed people generously, but don\u2019t weaponise guilt over unfinished plates. Understand that guests may need to leave early \u2013 this is not a hostage situation.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8-good-to-know-for-non-muslims\"><\/span>8. Good to know for non-Muslims<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_335852\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-335852\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-335852 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore-multiracial-celebration-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Multiracial celebration | Hari Raya traditions and visiting etiquette\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore-multiracial-celebration-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore-multiracial-celebration-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore-multiracial-celebration.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-335852\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: rootstudio via Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>You can dress up in baju raya if you have one or if someone\u2019s willing to lend you theirs. Otherwise, just dress modestly and respectfully. Flip flops and tank tops? That\u2019s a no-no. Avoid intrusive behaviour: don\u2019t open doors uninvited or hover near the dessert table like a hawk. Basic greetings like \u201cSelamat Hari Raya\u201d are always appreciated. (P.S. Hari Raya isn\u2019t a Muslim new year, despite what people think.)<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"food-traditions-during-hari-raya-in-singapore\"><\/span>Food traditions during Hari Raya in Singapore<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_335853\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-335853\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-335853 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore-hari-raya-food-imam-efendi-pexels-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Traditional Hari Raya cuisine | Hari Raya traditions and visiting etiquette\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore-hari-raya-food-imam-efendi-pexels-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore-hari-raya-food-imam-efendi-pexels-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/03\/hari-raya-traditions-visiting-etiquette-singapore-hari-raya-food-imam-efendi-pexels.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-335853\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Imam Efendi via Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Food is the heart of Raya hospitality. We\u2019re talking ketupat, rendang, <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/kuih-raya-halal-snacks-singapore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hari Raya snacks<\/a>, and more\u2026 Polite eating counts as social currency, so remember to pace yourself, compliment the cook, and don\u2019t take the last kuih without asking (yes, paiseh piece also exists in Malay culture). Aunties notice these things, and you don\u2019t want to be the subject of their incessant ribbing.<\/p>\n<p>Now go forth and take on Hari Raya in Singapore! Behave yourself, pace your stomach, and don\u2019t embarrass yourself in front of the makciks.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"faqs-accordion\"><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-is-the-significance-of-the-salam\"><\/span>What is the significance of the salam?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div><p>The salam is a traditional gesture of respect. A younger person gently takes an elder's hand and brings it to their forehead. It\u2019s not just a handshake; it\u2019s a moment of reconciliation. Non-Muslims aren't expected to do this. A simple nod, a warm smile, or placing your right hand over your heart is a perfectly respectful alternative.<\/p>\n<\/div><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-does-%22maaf-zahir-dan-batin%22-actually-mean\"><\/span>What does &quot;maaf zahir dan batin&quot; actually mean?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div><p>This is the most important phrase of the season. It translates to \"I seek forgiveness from you, physically and spiritually.\"<\/p>\n<p>- The \"zahir\" (Physical): Forgiving outward mistakes or unkind words.<br \/>\n- The \"batin\" (Spiritual): Forgiving hidden resentments or negative thoughts.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s a \"clean slate\" for the year ahead!<\/p>\n<\/div><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"why-do-families-wear-matching-colours\"><\/span>Why do families wear matching colours?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div><p>You\u2019ll see entire families dressed in the exact same shade of baju Melayu or baju kurung. This isn't just for Instagram (though it looks great) \u2013 it symbolises family unity and harmony.<\/p>\n<\/div><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"should-i-bring-a-gift-to-an-open-house\"><\/span>Should I bring a gift to an open house?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div><p>It's not strictly expected, but a small gesture is always appreciated.<\/p>\n<\/div><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-should-i-dress-as-a-guest\"><\/span>How should I dress as a guest?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div><p>Modesty is key. You don't need traditional Malay clothes, but aim for covered shoulders and knees. Avoid very tight, sheer, or revealing clothing. Pro tip: Wear shoes that are easy to slip on and off.<\/p>\n<\/div><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"who-gives-and-who-receives-green-packets\"><\/span>Who gives and who receives green packets?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div><p>Unlike Chinese New Year (where only married people give), the general rule for duit raya is working adults give to children and the elderly. If you're a non-Muslim guest, you're not expected to give Duit Raya.<\/p>\n<\/div><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-much-is-typically-inside-a-green-packet\"><\/span>How much is typically inside a green packet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div><p>There's no \"market rate,\" and the intention of charity is more important than the amount.<\/p>\n<\/div><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"whens-the-best-time-to-give-the-packet\"><\/span>When&#039;s the best time to give the packet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div><p>Usually at the end of the visit, when you are saying your goodbyes. 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