When
11th October 2008
Where
Trafalgar Square
Londoners are invited to celebrate Eid at Trafalgar Square in the first event of its kind in the capital. Trafalgar Square will be alive with activity at a huge cultural celebration, held worldwide to end the Ramadan month of fasting.
Celebrating EidEid ul-fitr is the global Muslim cultural event that officially marks the end of Ramadan fasting. Observed by millions of Muslims, Eid sees celebrations across communities and families throughout the world.
Join the partyLondon’s celebrations of Eid at Trafalgar Square are organised by the Muslim Council of Britain and the Mayor of London, including live entertainment, a street bazaar and exhibitions and displays about Islam. Visitors of all ages are welcome to take part in the celebrations and find out about Muslim culture in an open, welcoming event.
London unitedWith growing political and social tensions regarding the integration of Muslim communities into the mainstream, Eid at Trafalgar Square provides an ideal opportunity to celebrate a joyous occasion in Muslim culture in the heart of the capital. Children and adults of all racial and religious backgrounds are invited to take part in the event, which promises to be a vibrant, uplifting day out.
A cultural celebrationTrafalgar Square regularly plays host to a selection of cultural events across religions, with Christian, Hindu, Muslim, Jewish and Sikh events all celebrated on the Square. Londoners can celebrate the cultural diversity of the capital in suitably festive style and join with the Muslim community in the significant Muslim event of Eid.
Eid at Trafalgar Square takes place at Trafalgar Square on Saturday 11th October 2008 from 1pm – 5pm. The event is free to attend.Other London eventsApple Day at Borough MarketOrigin at Somerset HouseWildlifephotographer of the YearMPH Tickets LondonSaints v Chargers at WembleyLondon Film FestivalBody Worlds LondonThe Yoga ShowRoyal Parks Half MarathonNFL Game LondonFrieze Art Fair LondonWear it Pink Day LondonChocolate Week LondonFestival of New Orleans MusicDecorative Antiques and Textiles FairBeijing Olympic Heroes ParadeStatuephilia ExhibitionOlympics Victory Parade LondonElectric PromsClocks Go Back