Ramadan 2025: Bradford to Host Ramadan Pavilion and Open Iftar Events

IQNA – Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture has partnered with the Ramadan Tent Project to bring a series of events to the city during the holy month of Ramadan.

The collaboration will feature the Ramadan Festival, the biennial Ramadan Pavilion, and two national Open Iftar gatherings, aimed at fostering community and cultural connection, The Telegraph and Argus reported on Saturday.

The Ramadan Pavilion, titled “Infinite Light”, will be unveiled on February 15 in Centenary Square. Designed by Bradford-based architect Fatima Mejbil and artist Zarah Hussain, the pavilion seeks to reflect the core values and traditions of Ramadan through architectural expression. 

In addition to the pavilion, Bradford will host two Open Iftar events on March 21 and 22 at One City Park.

Open Iftar, the initiative of the Ramadan Tent Project, is the UK’s largest community event during Ramadan, bringing together people from diverse backgrounds to share in the experience of breaking fast. 

The Welcome Ramadan Conference, focusing on the theme of "Connection," will also take place on February 15 at St George’s Hall. The day-long event will feature panel discussions, speeches, and interactive sessions exploring the cultural and spiritual significance of Ramadan. 

“Bradford 2025 is delighted to welcome the Ramadan Pavilion and Open Iftars to our city as part of our UK City of Culture celebrations,” said Shanaz Gulzar, creative director of Bradford 2025. “Ramadan is a time of reflection, community, and generosity—values that are deeply embedded in Bradford’s story.” 

Omar Salha, founder and CEO of the Ramadan Tent Project, added, “We are proud to represent a pillar of Britain’s rich cultural ecology, celebrating community, belonging, and inclusion with Bradford 2025.” 

Source: Agencies