The 10th annual Eid festival will be taking place in Trafalgar Square, on Saturday 25th July 2015, from 12pm to 6pm. This free event will give Londoners and visitors the opportunity to sample music and food from around the world, alongside a variety of special activities.
The Eid festival has been organised by the Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, with support from Lebara Mobile, Zee TV and the Embassy of the State of Qatar.
The festival welcomes people from all communities and faiths. There will be an array of entertainment and attractions for you and your whole family to enjoy, such as live music and performance, arts and crafts, henna, face painting, exhibitions, calligraphy and much more.
For more information, visit www.london.gov.uk/eid
Philip Hammond, The Foreign Secretary:
"I send my best wishes to Muslims in the United Kingdom and across the world as they come together to celebrate Eid ul-Fitr. In many places this Ramadan has been marked by tragedy and violence rather than a peaceful reflection. We offer our thoughts and prayers to all those who have been caught up in conflict over this period. Eid ul-Fitr is a special time for millions of people, with celebrations that highlight the diversity and reach of Islam. I wish you all a peaceful Eid ul-Fitr. Eid Mubarak.”
Sadiq Khan MP:
"I would like to wish everyone celebrating the end of Ramadan, Eid Mubarak. With the hot weather and the long days, it's been a tough month and I hope you have a great time with family and friends."
Prime Minister David Cameron:
“This Ramadan, we’ve seen the very best of British Muslim values... So as families and friends come together this Eid to share food and presents, to think of others, to mark the end of Ramadan let’s think about the better Britain and world we must build together. Once again, let me wish you a happy and peaceful Eid. Eid Mubarak.”
Justine Greening, Secretary of State for International Development:
“I wish Eid Mubarak to Muslims in Britain and across the globe who are celebrating the end of Ramadan. It is a special moment following an important period of reflection for Muslims everywhere and our thoughts at this time are with the many people suffering unimaginable hardship around the world."
