There are some good festivals throughout the year in Morocco and it's worth timing your visit to a city to coincide with the major events. The dates of Muslim festivals vary each year according to the different phases of the moons, so make sure you check beforehand. Eid al Mawlid marks the Prophet Muhammad’s birthday and celebrated by Muslims throughout Morocco. Homes and mosques are decorated, stories about the life of Muhammad are narrated and processions and a large feast are held.