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Thousands expected at Eid in the Park celebrations
Thousands of people are expected to come together for prayers and to celebrate Eid at an event taking place across the weekend. Eid in the Park, is taking place at Platt Fields Park in Fallowfield and is one of the biggest celebrations of Eid-al-Adha in Manchester. It runs until Sunday 20:00 BST. Event organiser Hasan Hasan said the celebrations would include picnics in the park and a fairground. Eid ul-Adha is one of the most important festivals in the Muslim calendar. "It's going to be amazing," Hasan said, adding that it would be "a big celebration". He said they usually had around 20,000 people attending. The prayers were moved to indoor five-a-side football pitches inside Manchester City's former training ground at Platt Fields, which will provide a place to shelter due to the rain. Mr Hasan said once the event finishes celebrations would continue at various restaurants on Wilmslow Road, known as Curry Mile, in Rusholme. Rusholme councillor Rabnawaz Akbar said: "In the Islamic faith over the year we have two main celebration days. One is Eid-al-Fitr. That is after the month of fasting, Ramadan. The second one happens about ten weeks later - Eid-al-Adha, and that's happening today. "It's a day where families want to get together, friends want to get together and neighbours want to get together." He said the prayer normally took place outside but the weather meant they had to resort to their back-up plan of using the sports complex, with volunteers giving up their time to put out prayer mats. "This event wouldn't go ahead without the volunteers," he added. He said food played an important part in the celebrations and people would be bringing food from cuisines all over the world for the picnics later. Listen to the best of BBC Radio Manchester on Sounds and follow BBC Manchester on Facebook, X, and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230. Unity plea ahead of huge Eid celebrations In pictures: Eid celebrations around the world Harry Potter star distributes hospital Eid gifts
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Muslims Across Europe Celebrate with Tradition, Reflection, Resilience
Ahmed Emam As Muslims across Europe prepare to mark Eid al-Adha this week, the mood is a blend of joy, deep-rooted tradition, and quiet reflection on the suffering of communities around the world. From the festive gatherings in the UK's West Midlands to the warm familial customs in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Eid remains a deeply meaningful time — a spiritual milestone that both uplifts and unites. >>Eid in the Park: A Communal Celebration in the UK In Birmingham's Small Heath Park and Wolverhampton's West Park, tens of thousands are expected to gather this Friday for Eid in the Park, a celebration that has become a cornerstone of Muslim life in the West Midlands. Organized by community groups such as the Green Lane Mosque and Community Centre (GLMCC), the event is not only a prayer gathering but also a cultural festival — bringing together families, friends, and neighbors in the open air. Yet amid the festive spirit, there is a shared sense of global awareness. 'I think it would be an understatement to say that our hearts are with people who are suffering right now,' said Haniya Aadam of GLMCC, acknowledging the weight of ongoing conflicts and humanitarian crises across the Muslim world. This year's Eid, she says, carries 'a collective grief and hope.' For many in the UK's diverse Muslim population, Eid al-Adha is both a spiritual duty and a day of public expression — of identity, solidarity, and faith in action. >>Bosnia's Bajram: A Tapestry of Tradition and Family In Bosnia and Herzegovina, where Eid is known as Bajram, the festival is steeped in intimate family rituals and rich culinary traditions. Eid morning begins early, with the men of the family attending the Fajr (dawn) prayer followed by the Eid prayer, after which the family reconvenes at home for warm greetings, hand-kissing, and blessings. A centuries-old tradition continues as families serve lavish meals that include beloved dishes like sarma (cabbage rolls), Bosanski lonac (Bosnian pot), dolma, and Bey's soup. Desserts such as baqlava, ruzica, and tufahije are lovingly prepared — some passed down through generations. Children play a central role in the Bosnian Eid, receiving "bajramluk" — gifts of money or sweets — after visiting their elders. The joy of children is mirrored by nostalgic practices: sewing new clothes, reciting "tekbirs" in mosques, and gathering at the home of the oldest family member on the first day. The second day is more solemn — known as the Day of the Martyrs, many families visit cemeteries to honor the deceased. In some regions, a unique tradition called the 'Female Eid' once marked a fourth day, when women who had hosted guests for days would finally gather to celebrate amongst themselves. >>A Festival of Faith, Reflection, and Forgiveness Across Europe, Eid is more than a religious holiday — it is a cultural anchor. It serves as a moment of renewal, reconciliation, and forgiveness. Disputes are set aside, families reconnect, and communities come together — not only to share meals and exchange gifts but also to remember those in need. Whether under grey skies in the UK or under Balkan summer sun, the essence of Eid remains the same: a sacred celebration of sacrifice, charity, and unity. As families pray, feast, and reflect, this year's Eid is marked by both resilience and remembrance — a festival for the present, rooted in the past, and mindful of a hopeful future. read more 2 Most Inspirational Green Projects in Egypt AEW Dynamite, WWE NXT to Strive over Viewership Tonight Egypt Marks 70th Anniv. of 2011 Revolution, National Police Day In Depth: WWE NXT Halloween Havoc In Depth: AEW Dynamite, WWE NXT Tuesday Viewership Strive Videos & Features WATCH: Egyptians Break Ramadan Fasts in Matariya Videos & Features GrEEk Campus Hosts Jobzella Fifth Career Fair Videos & Features 3 Iconic Ramadan Songs of All Times Videos & Features Top 4 Destinations to Visit in Upper Egypt News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks News Shell Unveils Cost-Cutting, LNG Growth Plan Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream
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30-03-2025
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Eid in the Park 2025: Thousands turn out as Muslim community sees out Ramadan in 'successful' Eid celebrations
Thousands from the Manchester Muslim community gathered to celebrate the end of Ramadan. One of the biggest Eid celebrations in the country, Eid in the Park took place at Platt Fields Park in Fallowfield on Sunday morning (March 30). According to organisers, around 20,000 people attended this year's event which involved a huge prayer, food stalls and a fun fair on site. Also known as the 'festival of breaking the fast' Eid-al-Fitr is the festival held once Ramadan is complete. It is commemorated with prayer, gift giving and sharing huge feasts with family and friends. Eid arrives after 30 days which has seen practising Muslims abstain from eating or drinking from sunset to sundown. The date of Eid is determined by the sighting of the crescent of a new moon and attendees to Eid in the Park had to wait until late afternoon on Saturday to find out when the major event will be taking place. After officials in Saudi Arabia confirmed that the first day of Eid would be on Sunday, organisers confirmed plans for the celebrations to go ahead in Manchester. Thousands of families and friends turned up to Platt Fields Park, dressed in their best clothes and many carrying their own prayer mats to be laid out on the grass for the prayer. One of those was Rehma Shabani, this was the mum-of-three's first time at Eid in Park, she told the M.E.N: "We usually pray at home but this is the first time here. "It was beautiful and had a lovely atmosphere. I wish I was able to come more often." Another attendee, who preferred to remain anonymous told the M.E.N: "It's wonderful to always come out here and share this moment with other fellow Muslims. It's a great event and one we always looked forward to every Ramadan." Speaking about what Ramadan was like this year, another worshipper said: "Ramadan wasn't hard like other years because the times to break fast were a bit more normal. But it was still a beautiful time to fast with friends, family and all the Muslim community." There was only one prayer scheduled for 9am and planners and volunteers were desperate to make sure proceedings went ahead on time. The Holy Trinity Platt Church nearby would also be conducting a Sunday service and the timings agreed to avoid any clashes between the two events. Once the prayer concluded, a majority of worshippers stuck around the park to enjoy the rest of the day as the grey skies subsided and the sun came out. READ MORE: In pictures: Thousands turn out for Manchester Eid celebrations Speaking to the M.E.N, co-organiser and local councillor, Rabnawaz Akbar said: ' Another successful Eid in the Park, with early estimates putting the numbers at around 20,000. "Once again, we saw Muslims from all ethnicities coming together from across the city as families, friends, neighbours or colleagues to pray Eid outdoors in Platt Fields Park, a tradition of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). "The weather has allowed families and friends to enjoy food together in the park before the fun fair opens at 11am for the first of three days. "I would like to thank the organisers, Manchester City Council staff and the amazing number of young volunteers who make the event not only successful but an enjoyable experience for all attending.'
