The biggest gathering of Muslims in the North has been cancelled.

Eid in the Park was not just another event. It was a public act of joy, prayer, and belonging. Now it has been cut, and a major Muslim gathering has been pushed out of public space.

We know the event was cut. We know support was withdrawn. We are deeply concerned that political pressure and far-right intimidation helped create the conditions for this decision. That deserves scrutiny, not silence.

Families gathered outdoors for Eid prayer — Families lose something when Eid in the Park is taken away.

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Aerial view of a large Eid gathering in the park — The scale of Eid in the Park is why this cancellation matters.

Why this matters

When Muslim gatherings are pushed out of public space, the message lands far beyond Manchester.

It tells Muslims that even one of the biggest communal moments in the year can be treated as negotiable. It tells young people that their public visibility can be cut back when the pressure rises.

That is why this page is not just about one council decision. It is about dignity, confidence, and whether Muslim public life is defended when it matters.

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Dear [MP name],

I am writing to you because Eid in the Park in Manchester has been cancelled after Manchester City Council withdrew support.

This matters far beyond one event. Eid in the Park has been a major public gathering for Muslims, and its cancellation sends a damaging message about whether Muslim communities can gather visibly and confidently in public space.

I am asking you to:
- seek a clear public explanation for why support was withdrawn
- press Manchester City Council for accountability
- speak up for the protection of Muslim community events from intimidation or political pressure

Please raise this urgently and let constituents know what action you will take.

Sincerely,
[Your name]
[Your postcode]

The biggest gathering of Muslims in the North has been cancelled.

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