Eid on the Square 2026

Hosted by Nadia Ali and Juwayria Ghazali.

• Host Welcome  
• Opening Recitation – Imam Munir Amour  
• Grace and Poise Academy 
• Call to Prayer - Iman Munir Amour 
• Omar and Hana   
• Al Nour Group  
• London Turkish Association Adult Folk Dance Group 
• Q&A British Muslim Trust  
• Khaled Siddiq 
• Q&A with Remitly  
• Christopher & Ben, The British Muslim Gentlemen
• London Arab Orchestra  
• Khan Brothers Qawwali Group 
• Q&A with Muslim Aid  
• Isam B  

Creative Programme Partner WAW Creative Arts

A creative arts zone where families and children of all ages can make, design and explore together, with activities running all day. 

Lantern Making 
Creative lantern designs with age‑appropriate options. 

Ceramic Stencilling 
Decorative ceramic tiles using stencilling and Islamic geometry patterns. 

Headdress Making & Dress‑Up 
Create geometric headdresses and enjoy dress‑up with costume props and photos. 

Islamic Calligraphy & Live Demonstrations 
Watch live calligraphy and create a personalised canvas to take home. 

Community Puzzle & Mindful Colouring 
Collaborative large‑scale puzzle celebrating unity, plus colouring activities. 

All free to attend!

An immersive celebratory installation brought to you by Everyday Muslim in partnership with our Eid on the Square Community Advisory Group.  With printed textile panels and hanging image panels creating a layered visual landscape of Muslim celebration, this installation allows people to walk through a canopy of shared memory and celebration. 

Delve into the Muslim Museum of Britain, discover Victorian Muslims and join us on a guided tour to uncover Muslim connections around Trafalgar Square.  

• 12:30 PM - Guided tour of Muslim connections at Trafalgar Square 
• 1:30 PM - Presentation on Ottoman Sultan Abdul Aziz's state visit to Britain in 1867 
• 2:30 PM - Presentation on Muslim stamps from around the world 
• 3:30 PM - Guided tour of objects and handling 
• 4:30 PM - Guided tour of objects and handling 
• 5:30 PM - Presentation on Ottoman Sultan Abdul Aziz's state visit to Britain in 1867  

All free to attend!

Muslim Girls Fence facilitates spaces for Muslim girls to tell their stories in their own terms, celebrate their identity and challenge assumptions and narratives around Muslim women and girls. It is a partnership between Maslaha and British Fencing that runs across England in schools and grassroot community spaces, providing creative workshops and free fencing classes to Muslim girls and women.  

What are we doing in the square?  

Free interactive fencing activities 12:00 - 18:00  

Join Muslim Girls Fence coaches who will be teaching the basic skills of fencing and get a chance to fence! 24 people per 45 minute session.  

Session Timings:  

• 12.00pm - 12.45pm: Session 1 - learn basic fencing for all  
• 12.45pm - 1.30pm: Session 2 - learn basic fencing for all  
• 2.30pm - 3.15pm: Session 3 - learn basic fencing for all  
• 3.15pm - 4.00pm: Session 4 - learn basic fencing for all  
• 4.30pm - 5.15pm: Session 5 - learn basic fencing for all  
• 5.15pm - 6pm: Session 6 - learn basic fencing for all 

 All free to attend!

Step inside and discover the science of light - inspired by Ibn Al-Haytham, known as the Father of Optics. This 11th-century Muslim scholar changed the world's understanding of how we see.  

Build, decorate and take home your very own kaleidoscope. Hold it up to the light and watch the wonder unfold! 

10 sessions, every 30 minutes. Ages 5+ and Free to join. 

Sessions:

• Session 1: 12:30pm – 1:00pm  
• Session 2: 1:00pm – 1:30pm 
• Session 3: 1:30pm – 2:00pm  
• Session 4: 2:00pm – 2:30pm  
• Session 5: 2:30pm – 3:00pm  
• Session 6: 3:00pm – 3:30pm  
• Session 7: 3:30pm – 4:00pm  
• Session 8: 4:00pm – 4:30pm  
• Session 9: 4:30pm – 5:00pm  
• Session 10: 5:00pm – 5:30pm 

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Caterers - Tuck into some tasty treats from our global food offerings:   

• Rukshanas 
• Afghan Grill 
• Churros Garcia 
• 24 Karak 
• Bali Satay House  
• Halal German Hot Dogs and Fries  
• Korean Fried Chicken 
• Sheesh & Babs 
• Oshpaz 

Stalls 

• Ambala 
• Aqeeq 
• Ar-Rayaan Scents 
• British Muslim Trust 
• British Transport Police Association of Muslim Police 
• Desi Doll Company 
• Face Painting 
• Learning Roots 
• Mahiz Mehndi 
• Muslim Aid 
• Remitly 
• Yunus Emre Institute - London 

Adnaan Shakur

Adnaan is a London-based sustainability consultant and a co-host for Ramadan Tent Project, deeply engrained in building community for South Asians and Muslims in London. He is an enthusiastic, energetic, and friendly approach to engaging and working with others in large teams to deliver successful events.

Aisha Abubakar

Aisha Abubakar is a student, former scientist, and former Welfare Officer for the Nigerian Muslim Forum (NMF), as well as a member of the NMF Orphans Committee. She is the founder of the J.O.Y. Project (Job Opportunities for You), which connects local communities with recruitment opportunities. Aisha is also a member of the British Islamic Medical Association (BIMA) and an organiser of various other community projects.

Ashraf Moallim

Ashraf has worked in all aspects of television production as both a producer and head of production. Work in broadcast and independent projects has taken Ashraf to several African countries and across Europe. Her work in TV, video and new media has always been informed by a passionate belief that storytelling can be a powerful impetus for common good and unity.

Ashraf has mentored young creatives, teaching workshops across the country and now specialises in the development of branding and creative content production for international and faith-based communities and organisations. Visit Ashraf's LinkedIn page.

Azmat Suleman

Azmat is an Events and Engagement Manager with a passion for interfaith and intercultural events. Visit Azmat's LinkedIn profile.

Ibrahim Ferullo

Ibrahim is an experienced finance and strategy professional currently holding the role of Head of Finance at StuRents. Beyond professional commitments, he finds immense fulfilment in giving back through Mentyoo, an initiative he co-founded and actively manage.

Through his career, Ibrahim discovered a deep-seated passion for making a meaningful impact in all that he engages with. His finance and social impact journey has been driven by this passion for positive change. With expertise in strategic financial planning, commercial finance, and process optimisation, he consistently seeks opportunities to implement changes that drive growth and operational efficiency.

Ima Miah

Ima is the CEO of the Asian Resource Centre of Croydon. Find out more on Ima's website.

Rukhsana Yaqoob

Rukhsana is an independent Education Consultant and Leadership Coach who taught mainly in Waltham Forest schools, then nationally to raise the attainment of underachieving Muslim pupils.

As a national advisor, school governor, non-executive director and President of the Muslim Teachers’ Association, Rukhsana leads with passion, commitment and pragmatism. She is co-chair of Nisa-Nashim teachers’ group for Muslim and Jewish women, a school governor, on the Waltham Forest SACRE, part of Consortium for Muslim Professionals and President of the Muslim Teachers Association. In 2022 the Queen awarded Rukhsana an MBE for her services to education. Find out more at Muslim Teachers Association.

Suraya Miah

Suraya is a dedicated and compassionate newly qualified social worker, Suraya specialises within a range of disciplines including youth activism, research, and community outreach within Camden and on a pan-London level. She represents a number of authority and charitable organisations, working to support a range of different communities.

Suraya is particularly interested in exploring her own heritage and background as a South Asian Muslim living in London and aspires to do this in a space that celebrates such diverse cultures. Find out more on Suraya's LinkedIn page.

TJ Hanif

TJ is a fashion designer and creative dedicated to making a difference in her community. Outside of fashion, TJ gives back to the community by participating at local schools and planning events that inspire growth and unity. She also participates in art curation for the exposure of talented local artists and to give them the limelight they rightfully deserve. On top of that, she runs workshops that teach groups to look at creative ways of tackling the climate crisis and lowering carbon footprints, together with mindfulness art workshops amongst others, for all ages.

Being a trustee and co-founder of a now-28-year-old charity, TJ has pursued trying to assist members of the public through the minefield of civil litigation. It is the love of creativity and a strong will to make a difference in the lives of others that emboldens her journey.

We will do our best to make sure you feel welcome and enjoy our event. Our event staff and volunteers are here to help with any questions you might have. 

When you arrive, our stewards and Team London volunteers will greet you. Our Team London volunteers will be wearing purple high-visibility jackets and are ready to answer any questions. There will also be clear signs to help guide you around the event. Please note, we will conduct a bag search at the entrance for everyone attending. 

The event has a level access entrance, and it is wheelchair accessible.  All paths are accessible for wheelchair users and there is a lift that connects the North Terrace to the Main Square. Stewards will be there to help you find your way. Assistance dogs are welcome too. 

The festival can get busy. If being in crowds is difficult for you, you can use our accessible viewing area. It is located on the north terrace of Trafalgar Square. This area has hearing loop facilities for the performances on the main stage, and chairs are available for companions and anyone who needs to sit. 

All shows with speech on the main stage will have a British Sign Language interpreter. You can see this on the screen on the right side of the main stage. 

The event may be loud at times due to music and performances. If you need ear defenders, you can ask for them at our information point or speak to a volunteer for help. 

The event is relaxed. You can join or leave at any time and move around as you like. You do not need to be quiet. 

In addition to toilets, we will also have Mobiloo accessible toilet at the event. This toilet has a hoist and a changing table. If you need to use the hoist, please bring your own sling for safety and convenience. You can find more information on Mobiloo’s website: www.mobiloo.org.uk. 

If you need any help on the day with more information about the event, just ask one of our stewards or volunteers, and they will be happy to assist you. 

Trafalgar Square is easy to reach by public transport, including buses, the Tube, and national rail services. 

The nearest Underground station with step-free access from platform to street level is Westminster Station, which is served by the Jubilee, District, and Circle lines. From Westminster Station, it’s about a 10-minute walk to Trafalgar Square. 

Charing Cross Underground Station is the closest Tube station and is served by the Northern and Bakerloo lines. However, please note that this station does not have step-free access. 

Bus routes that stop close to Trafalgar Square include: 

Routes 3, 6, 9, 11, 12, 15, 23, 87, 88, 91, 139, and 176, with most buses having wheelchair access. 

For accessible travel options, including step-free routes and Dial-A-Ride services, you can visit the Transport for London (TfL) website for maps and to plan your journey: tfl.gov.uk. 

National Rail 

The nearest railway station is Charing Cross. It is 325 metres away, approximately 3 minutes’ walk. Charing Cross rail station offers step-free access and a step-free route to Trafalgar Square. 

Accessible parking 

The surrounding area on Trafalgar Square can get very busy on the day of the event, so we recommend you take public transport if you're visiting the event. If you’re unable to take public transport for accessibility reasons, accessible parking is available near Trafalgar Square. 

There are Blue Badge parking spaces on St Martin’s Street, located next to the National Gallery. Please be aware that these spaces are around 250 metres from the National Gallery. There are three designated Blue Badge parking bays available here. 

For more information on parking, you can contact the Westminster Parking Information Service on 020 7823 4567. The helpline is open Monday to Saturday, from 8am to 8pm. To find other blue badge parking bays nearby, you can find disabled Blue Badge bays on the City of Westminster’s website using the postcode WC2N 5DN. 

Conditions of Entry:

• Searching is a condition of entry to this event. 
• Bag searches will be in operation. 
• No alcohol, illegal substances & new psychoactive substances, pyrotechnics, laser devices, megaphones, airhorns, flagpoles can be brought inside. 
• The organisers cannot accept financial or other responsibility for any loss or liability incurred by visitors to the site as a result of contracts entered into by visitors in relation to the event. 
• The organisers cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage to personal property brought to the site. 
• Visitors may be filmed or recorded for broadcast or security purposes during the event. 
• Any attendees found to be eliciting or involved in what is perceived as hate crime will be removed from the venue and reported to the police. 
• All under 18s must be accompanied by an adult (1 adult per 4x children). 

For avoidance of doubt, the below is a non-exhaustive list outlining all items prohibited from entering the event, in order to help protect the safety and welfare of both visitors and staff. Any person in possession of such items will be refused entry. 

Prohibited items include (but are not limited to): 

• Frisbees and similar items 
• Dangerous or hazardous items 
• Illegal substances including new psychoactive substances (commonly known as "Legal Highs") and/or other drugs considered to be unsafe 
• Explosives and ammunition 
• Fireworks (including sparklers) 
• Knives, blades or other weapons 
• Firearms 
• Scooters, skateboards or other skates 
• Bicycles 
• Spray cans 
• Laser devices 
• Smoke canisters 
• Unauthorised flyers 
• Large industrial style 'permanent' marker pens 
• Handheld communication devices such as radios and radio jammers/scanners 
• Drones 
• Illegal merchandise items 
• Bottles of any kind 
• Any containers made wholly or in part of glass 
• Cans 
• Illegal charity collection utensils 
• Motorbike helmets 
• Large umbrellas or parasols 
• Tables 
• Chairs (except wheelchairs) 
• Seats 
• Shooting sticks 
• Walking sticks or seat sticks 
• Darts 
• Items with an open flame (e.g. candles, barbeques, gas/paraffin lamps, Chinese lanterns), camp fires, gas fires etc 
• Hampers and cold boxes 
• Air horns 
• Selfie sticks 
• Animals (except service dogs & guide dogs) 
• Musical instruments, trumpets, drums and other devices capable of causing a disturbance or nuisance 
• Food, drink or liquids, with the exception of medical, health and personal hygiene supplies or items required for the care of a child or infant in containers not exceeding 100ml 
• Inappropriate clothing 
• Flags, banners, signs or branded items 
• Club colours 
• Poles 
• High-vis 
• Stickers, helium balloons 
• Fun snaps 
• Items with intent for protest or public discord 
• Air horns, klaxons and other items capable of making loud noise 
• Any other items which we consider to be a nuisance or pose a risk to public safety and/or security. 
• Any article that might be used as a weapon, be deemed to be offensive or abusive, or compromise public safety, will be confiscated and/or reported to the police. 

Please also note that when full, we will operate a one in, one out policy.