No doubt as religious festivals we only have 2 holidays;`Eid Al-Fitr and `Eid Al-Adha. Declaring any other occasion as a festival to Muslims is not allowed. But we do recognize that people can celebrate the remembrance of certain historical moments like the birth of the prophet (peace be upon him), Isra’ and Mi`raj, etc. These celebrations should not be more than giving like a lecture reminding people about such occasions and seeking wisdom lessons learned from it.

 

Now social celebrations like graduation, welcoming someone after long travel, birthday of a child, or even celebrations about independence day, etc. are all just moments of gratefulness that people enjoy and there should be no problem in them even if it did include making some food or sweets.

 

In all celebrations, no haram should be practiced.

 

Almighty Allah knows best.