Caution urged as Eid coincides with easing of restrictions Eid is due to start early next week (PA) Muslims are being encouraged to continue to get vaccinated, take coronavirus tests and wear masks where possible as they celebrate Eid next week, when many coronavirus restrictions will also be lifted. Charities and health bodies have called for caution ahead of the Islamic celebration, which is due to start early next week, dependent on sightings of the moon. It coincides with the lifting of most legal restrictions in England on Monday. Muslims typically mark the festival by visiting mosques for special prayers, and sharing meals with family and friends.