✨ Eid Mubarak! ✨ Wishing you a blessed celebration filled with love, joy, and togetherness. May this special time bring peace and prosperity to all. 🌙🕌💫
Eid al-Adha Vibes in Leeds 🕌✨
Eid al-Adha is a special Muslim holiday that celebrates Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son to show his faith in God. It also marks the end of the Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca. On this day, Muslims gather for Eid Namaaz (prayer), and since Eid falls on a Friday this year, it’ll be followed by the Jummah (Friday) prayer too. Leeds boasts over 20 mosques, with the Leeds Grand Mosque being one of the most popular, accommodating up to 1,200 people.
Leeds Grand Mosque Prayer Times;
1st Prayer: 7:00 AM - Brother Assad
2nd Prayer: 8:00 AM - Dr. Khalil
3rd Prayer: 9:30 AM - Sheikh Dr. Taher
The day is all about spending time with family, enjoying delicious food, and giving to those in need. Muslim celebrations are often lavish and colorful, with Eid being no exception.
Top Food Spots to Check Out:
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MyLahore – A British Asian kitchen offering a fusion of traditional and modern dishes
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Mumtaz Leeds – Known for its decadent Asian cuisine and beautiful dockside setting
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Aagrah Leeds City – An award-winning restaurant specializing in Kashmiri cuisine
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Akbar's Leeds – Famous for its authentic Indian dishes and vibrant atmosphere.
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Shimlas Leeds – Offers a diverse halal menu with traditional dishes and BBQ grilled mains
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Haftsin - Traditional Iranian/Persian kebabs and stews in an unassuming little eatery with cosy, rustic decor.
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Alkhaleej- A small hidden gem for Moroccan Middle Eastern food
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Babtooma - Discover a menu of Middle Eastern flavors, inspired by the heart of Syria.
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Mezza - Known for its authentic Lebanese and Levantine cuisine
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Suede - A fine dining steakhouse known for their artisan dishes and the finest cuts.
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Haute Dolci Leeds - A luxurious dessert and brunch restaurant located in The Light shopping centre
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Heavenly Desserts - A dessert cafe serving creative waffles, chocolate fondue & ice-cream sundaes
Eid Events Near Leeds
For those who can, there’s also the tradition of sacrificing an animal (like a sheep or a goat, following local rules) to honor Ibrahim’s devotion, and the meat is shared with family, friends, and people in need.
Eid-Al-Adha is celebrated across three days of fun! It’s a time to reflect on faith, generosity, community, and spreading the love! 💛✨