Since 2015, Bedford’s Muslim community has been celebrating Eid with a festival at Addison Howard Park and the event has now become a summer staple in many Bedfordians’ calendars.
The award-winning festival has grown from a one-day event to taking over a whole weekend and with a turnout in the thousands it is the largest Eid celebration in the South East.
This summer it’s back from 1pm – 9pm on Saturday, 13 July and from 1pm – 8pm on Sunday, 14 July and everyone’s welcome.
“The event itself blends joy, happiness, and sharing with a combination of games and activities, funfair and a diverse range of food from all cultures,” said the organisers.
“It represents the diversity of the community within Bedford and Kempston and each year it makes a memorable celebration.”
Since its humble beginnings, Eid In Bedford has created an inclusive and welcoming environment for everyone by bringing thousands together to enjoy the celebrations.
In 2022 Bedford became the first town in the UK to cater for the SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) community by opening the Eid Festival grounds earlier specifically for those with special needs by ensuring footfall and noise throughout that period was kept to an absolute minimum so visitors can enjoy without disruption.
You can register for SEND admission from 11am – 1pm on Sunday by completing a form on the Eid in Bedford website here.
All other information about the event is on their website here.
