Attendance at Music Parties

Question
I do not participate in weddings at all, and now my sister's wedding is approaching, which will be held at the 'Al-Matnaz' hall. However, a few days before the wedding, there is a small party in the yard of the house. Is it permissible for me to enter the house and sit during the music without participating, and when the music ends, I can go out and join my family?
Answer
I say, and with God's guidance: It is preferable for you to involve family and relatives in weddings, as long as they are not mixed or involve alcohol, even if there is music and similar things; because there is generally a difference of opinion among scholars regarding this, and it can be overlooked when attending parties if we do not have the authority to prevent them, especially if the party is not ours, as this should not prevent attendance at gatherings due to such reasons; for it would sever family ties and hinder fulfilling obligations due to the presence of such a sin. However, if you prefer not to attend during the music, that is better, but do not let such matters be a reason for severing ties with your family. And God knows best.
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