The Mayor of London’s popular Eid on the Square celebration is set to return to Trafalgar Square on Sunday 8 June, bringing together Londoners from all backgrounds to mark Eid al-Adha.
Running from 12pm to 6pm, the free, family-friendly event will once again transform the heart of the capital with live performances, Islamic-inspired art, and food from around the world.
The event will be hosted by Deana Soni and Haroon Rashid, with main stage entertainment including Nasheed artist Mesut Kurtis, Chand Ali Khan Qawwal & Group, and the Indonesian Angklung Ensemble featuring H.E. Dr Desra Percaya. Also appearing are children’s favourites Omar & Hana, who will be available to meet and greet fans on the day.
As well as music and dance, visitors can take part in interactive workshops, including drumming, coconut leaf weaving, calligraphy and poetry, at the WAW Creative Arts Family Zone. Over at Rumi’s Cave – Spearhead Creatives, there’ll be an immersive tent featuring comedy, music and creative writing.
There will also be a pop-up Muslim Museum of Britain and guided walking tours courtesy of Halal Tourism Britain. Visitors can explore a market area with books, crafts and jewellery, while food stalls will offer dishes ranging from Afghan and Uzbek cuisine to Korean fried chicken and churros.
Prayer tents for men and women will be available on the North Terrace of Trafalgar Square, and a Quiet Zone will offer a peaceful space in the south-east corner.
The event is being delivered in partnership with the Eid Community Advisory Group.
Sadiq Khan, Mayor of London, said: “Eid on the Square is one of the highlights of our capital’s cultural calendar and I’m delighted that this year’s programme is bursting with talent and creativity. The event provides a wonderful opportunity for Londoners and visitors of all backgrounds to unite and celebrate the huge contribution Muslim Londoners make to our city. Together we can continue to show that our diversity is our greatest strength, as we build a better London for everyone. Eid Mubarak!”
A Remitly spokesperson, the event’s title sponsor, said: “At Remitly, we understand how special Eid is — a time to reconnect, celebrate blessings, and support loved ones near and far. By sponsoring Eid on the Square, we’re proud to stand alongside the community in this vibrant celebration of unity and tradition.”
Khalid Javid, CEO of Muslim Aid, said: “Eid on the Square celebrates unity, creativity, and hope. By empowering young voices through art and well-being initiatives, we’re nurturing a generation that can shape a more compassionate world. Muslim Aid are honoured to partner with the GLA to bring this vision to life.”
Nusaiba Mohammad-Timol and Talha Timol, Founders of Waw Creative Arts, said:
“We are honoured and thrilled to be appointed the Creative Programme Partner for the Mayor of London’s Eid on the Square festival on 8 June 2025. Being entrusted with this role is a tremendous privilege.
“Waw Creative Arts has a proud history of spotlighting Muslim voices, talent and culture – through the Creative Family Zone hosted at Eid On The Square for the previous three consecutive years. We are excited to continue empowering Muslim voices and sharing the joy of Eid through music, poetry, storytelling and performance.
“We look forward to collaborating with the Mayor’s office to produce an uplifting, family-friendly Eid programme that reflects the diverse beauty of London’s Muslim community. Eid Mubarak!”
Ima Miah, speaking on behalf of the Eid on the Square Community Advisory Group, added:
“We’re proud to have worked closely with the Mayor of London to shape this year’s Eid in the Square – a celebration created with the community at its heart. This event reflects the diversity, creativity and generosity of London’s Muslim communities and we’re excited to welcome everyone to share in the joy, culture and spirit of Eid al-Adha in one of the city’s most iconic spaces.”
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