THE city’s mayor has invited city folk to an Eid celebration.
The Mayor of Worcester, Cllr Allah Ditta, is hosting a special Bank Holiday celebration to mark the end of the Muslim festival Eid-al-Adha – and everyone is invited.
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“The event will be a fun festive occasion, which aims to bring the whole community together,” says the Mayor.
"You are guaranteed a very warm welcome. So if you’ve never been to an Eid celebration before, then make this your first!”
Eid al-Adha, which is also called the “Festival of the Sacrifice”, is the second of two Islamic holidays celebrated worldwide each year.
The event is free but numbers are limited, so call the Mayor’s office on 01905 722001 to book your place.
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