A leading UK mosque in Birmingham has made an Eid 2026 announcement to worshippers. Each yr, Green Lane Masjid and Community Centre (GLMCC) historically holds an enormous outside occasion for Eid ul Fitr, the primary main festivity of the Islamic calendar.
GLMCC historically units the date in accordance with information from Saudi Arabia, dwelling to Islam’s holiest websites and the situation of the Hajj pilgrimage on the time of the later Eid ul Adha, the second Eid in the calendar.
The mosque says it’s getting ready to have fun Eid ul Fitr 2026 both on Thursday, March 19, or Friday, March 20, 2026, relying on confirmed reviews of a moon sighting in Saudi Arabia later immediately (March 18).
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It shall be holding prayers in Small Heath Park on whichever day is asserted for Eid. Worshippers are uged to reach from 8.15am for the Eid prayer at 9am. The Robert Wilkinson Funfair shall be in the park from 10am to 9pm on Eid day so households can benefit from the rides as a part of the festivities.
Birmingham’s huge Eid celebrations grew to develop into the most important in Europe, with over 100,000 folks attending to set the document in 2018 as folks got here from far and vast to affix the native congregation.
GLMCC has issued the next directions to all these wishing to attend the park occasion:
Arrive early as prayers will begin at 9am sharp and organisers is not going to look ahead to latecomers.
Bring your personal prayer mats (and plastic sheet to place beneath), chairs, and water bottles for ablution
Try to stroll to the park or automotive share, to keep away from congestion across the web site
Do not park inconsiderately. Parking at Morrisons, Small Heath, is free and never time-limited. Do not park on double yellow traces or block residents’ driveways and footpaths.
Do not depart kids unsupervised. Children are inspired to come back to the park so long as they’re supervised by their mother and father and are available to take part in prayers.
Do not drop litter. Use the park bins or take your garbage dwelling.
In case of dangerous climate, Eid ul Fitr prayers shall be held indoors at Green Lane Masjid, staggered over a number of classes to take care of the anticipated variety of folks. Prayers shall be hourly, at 7am, 8am, 9am, 10am and 11am.
GLMCC mentioned in an announcement: “As we plan Eid ul Fitr, we mirror again on the unimaginable work and generosity seen in Ramadan. GLMCC this yr donated over 60 presents for youngsters at Heartlands Hospital. Our Eid Smiles challenge collected model new, authentic packaged toys for youngsters aged as much as 16, donated by mother and father of GLMCC’s madrasa.
“or the second yr, our welfare crew supported most cancers sufferers in the course of the month of Ramadan by offering iftar (meal to interrupt the quick) each Thursday. Patients and their careers, Muslims and non, have been invited to GLMCC to open their fasts.
“One attendee commented that this was the first time she’s been out with her family since the diagnosis and treatment. Over 40 people attended each Thursday. We will be hosting an Eid Party for cancer patients on April 5, 2026.
“In addition, GLMCC supplied free iftar for lots of of worshippers each day throughout Ramadan, and with a brand new initiative to cut back meals waste, GLMCC launched biodegradable meals packs containing dates, recent bread, fruit and yoghurt with a spice combine.
“We pray that our worship is accepted and that we are granted the opportunity to experience and benefit from Ramadan 2027. We extend our sincere gratitude to all our congregation, partners, and stakeholders for their continued support.
“We additionally pray for a joyous Eid al-Fitr, stuffed with time spent amongst household and mates, and for hearts to stay engaged in the remembrance of God with gratitude and devotion.”
