A free cultural event is returning to Geelong, providing the community a chance to come together for delicious food and great company.
The Islamic Society of Geelong will host its Eid Gala at Norlane Aquatic Recreation Centre (ARC) from 10.30am to 4pm on Sunday, April 13.
President Ahmed Elzahbi said many different types of food and activities would be available during the event and that everyone was welcome to attend.
“We invite everyone in the Geelong region to celebrate the Eid Gala with us and we would love to see as many people as we can attend,” he said.
“We had it last year, and we were successful. We had over 1000 people, which was the first time we’ve held it at the Norlane ARC centre.
“It’s similar to Christmas as everybody has fun getting together with family and friends to enjoy a variety of food. It’s nice to get together after months of fasting and seeing people come together to celebrate.”
Eid Gala is an event usually celebrated at the end of Ramadan, which is a sacred time for Muslims. It is marked by fasting, increased prayer, reflection, and acts of charity.
Ramadan ran from the evening of February 28 to March 30 this year, with the Eid Gala known as the ‘Festival of Breaking the Fast’ where people come together to enjoy food and activities.
Visit eventbrite.com.au/e/geelong-eid-gala-tickets-1275078878249?aff=oddtdtcreator for more information or to register attendance for the event.
Jena Carr
