From Etihad Stadium to London’s British Library and Trafalgar square, landmark locations are hosting special iftar events to celebrate the holy month of Ramadan across England.
The Open Iftar events are organized in collaboration with the Ramadan Tent Project to mark the Islamic month of fasting.
The theme of Ramadan Festival 2024 is ‘Heritage: Past, Present, and Future,’ which aims to showcase the rich cultural heritage of Islam and its enduring influence on society, Islamic Relief said in a statement.
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In addition to this week’s events held at Etihad Stadium and Villa Park, this year iftars will be held at Brentford, AFC Wimbledon, and West Bromwich Albion.
Another beautiful @OpenIftar event at the home of world & @premierleague champions @ManCity. Bringing communities together & turning strangers into friends. 🤝🏟️ #Manchester #EtihadStadium #Ramadan pic.twitter.com/kH2ueRZKhs
— Omar Salha (@o_salha) March 13, 2024
The 2024 calendar will also see the first ever Open Iftar take place at the world-famous landmark UK venues such as Tate Modern, Windsor Castle, Principality Stadium, Cardiff, V&A Dundee, Young V&A and City Hall, Belfast.
Landmark Venues
Open Iftar will also return to major venues such as Guildhall, King’s Cross, King’s College Cambridge, British Library and Battersea Power Station.
“For over a decade Ramadan Tent Project has connected and convened over a million people from all backgrounds through its annual Ramadan Festival and flagship initiative Open Iftar,” Omar Salha, Founder and CEO of Ramadan Tent Project said.
“We are delighted to mark this blessed month and present our Ramadan Festival and series of landmark Open Iftar events highlighting the remarkable contributions and legacy the Muslim world has made to British culture.”
Tufail Hussain, UK Director, Islamic Relief UK, Charity Partner of Ramadan Tent Project, said: “We are once again delighted to be joining hands with the Ramadan Tent Project this year.”
“Coming together with the local community and sharing a meal after a day of fasting will be very special. The open iftar is welcome to everyone and will take place at iconic venues across the nation. A diverse community coming together and strengthening relationships is the true spirit of the holy month,” he added.
Ramadan is the holiest month in the Islamic calendar.
In Ramadan, adult Muslims, save the sick and those traveling, abstain from food, drink, smoking and sex between dawn and sunset.
Muslims dedicate their time during the holy month to become closer to Allah through prayer, self-restraint, and good deeds.