Ramadan Eve Checklist: What to Do Before Day 1

So, what’s on the Ramadan Eve Checklist?

Marrakech – It’s the night before Ramadan, and suddenly, you’re hit with the reality: 30 days of fasting, self-reflection, and resisting the magnetic pull of your favorite coffee shop.

If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably spent the past week saying you’ll prepare for Ramadan but instead found yourself doom scrolling through meal-prep TikToks and wondering if you should buy a new prayer mat (because aesthetics).

But now, we’re here. The last 24 hours before Day 1. And just like the night before a big exam or a questionable Tinder date, a little bit of planning can make all the difference.

Caffeinate like it’s your last (Because it kind of is)

Let’s be real — if you’re a coffee or tea drinker, tomorrow’s withdrawal headache is lurking in the shadows, waiting to pounce.

Today is your last chance to enjoy a leisurely latte without worrying about timing your suhoor.

Some people go cold turkey a week before. The rest of us? We pretend we won’t suffer and then spend day 1 regretting everything.

Stock the fridge like a responsible adult

Tonight is not the time to open the fridge and see…half a lemon and some questionable yogurt. You need suhoor and iftar supplies!

Grab your dates, hydrate, and accept that no matter how hard you try, you will overeat the first night. It’s tradition.

Mentally prepare for aunties’ comments

Ramadan isn’t just about fasting — it’s also about fasting from clapping back.

Whether it’s “You’ve lost weight, you need to eat more” or “You’ve gained weight, maybe fasting will help,” the unsolicited commentary is coming. Practice your polite Ramadan smile now.

Download a prayer app (and pretend you’ll use it)

We all start Ramadan with the best intentions — daily Quran readings, extra prayers, inner peace.

And yet, by day 5, we’re suddenly experts in post-iftar naps. Get the app, set the reminders, and at least try to keep up with the spiritual side.

Make a game plan for that first Iftar outfit

Yes, Ramadan is about self-discipline. But that doesn’t mean you can’t look cute while breaking your fast.

Whether it’s comfy loungewear or full Eid energy on day 1, make sure your first iftar look is ready. Bonus points if it’s loose enough for a post-iftar food coma.