Ramadan at the University of Leeds

Throughout Ramadan, the University will be running a programme of events to support students observing the fast. This will include four on-campus hot Iftar meals, providing opportunities for students to break their fast together, as well as an Eid celebration.

The Leeds University Union Islamic Society (ISOC) and the Ahlul Bayt society (ABSOC) both run a range of student-led Ramadan events, including Iftars, talks and social activities. Details of these events are regularly shared on their social media channels:

• Follow the Leeds University Union Islamic Society on Instagram
• Follow the Leeds Ahlulbayt Islamic Society on Instagram

Leeds Grand Mosque also offers a range of support to the Leeds Muslim community during Ramadan, including community Iftars and Taraweeh prayers throughout the month.

The University’s Muslim Student Advisers, Sisters Jaan Malik and Mehran Nisa offer confidential, faith-based support to students and staff throughout the year, including during Ramadan.

You can email the Muslim Student Advisers at muslimstudentsupport@leeds.ac.uk.

Support can include:

• a safe space to talk about faith, wellbeing, and identity
• guidance on balancing fasting with studies, exams, and placements
• support around prayer spaces, religious adjustments, and signposting to other services
• help navigating university processes where faith may be a consideration.

The advisers work closely with student Societies, Chaplaincy colleagues, the International Student Office and wider university services to ensure Muslim students feel supported across campus.

Students and staff are invited to attend any of the following informal drop-in sessions about Ramadan:

• Monday 27 January, 10.30am to 1pm. Location: Liberty Building (School of Law) – ground floor, student common room. 
• Tuesday 3 February, 10am to 12.30pm. Location: Social Sciences Building – floor 9, student enquiries and social space.

Run by the Muslim Student Advisers, these sessions are a chance to ask questions, access support, or simply connect in a relaxed and welcoming space.

•  Wednesday 28 January, 1 – 2pm. “Knowing what I can’t know about Ramadhaan – Personal reflections on allyship” online session.

Professor Bridgette Bewick shares her personal reflections on Ramadhaan and how we can support colleagues and students observing this holy month. This session is open to all staff and students who would like to find out more about Ramadhaan and how to be an ally to those who are fasting.

Sign up for the “Knowing what I can’t know about Ramadhaan – Personal reflections on allyship” online session

• Monday 2nd February 2026 5 – 7pm. “Ramadhaan and me”, panel event.

This session brings together students and staff who are fasting during Ramadan to share experiences, tips, and advice, explore topics such as managing placements, sleep, prayer, and intentions. You will have the chance to ask questions, join in activities and enjoy food.  

Sign up for the “Ramadhaan and me”, panel event.

Our hot Iftars will take place once a week from 19 February 2026 in the Great Hall. These events are very popular and spaces are limited, so advance booking is essential.

To ensure everyone has a fair chance to secure a place, tickets will be released at 12pm, one week in advance of the Iftar.

• Iftar 1: Thursday 19 February 2026  – tickets will be released on 12 February
• Iftar 2: Wednesday 25 February 2026 – tickets will be released on 18 February
• Iftar 3: Wednesday 4 March 2026 – tickets will be released on 25 February
• Iftar 4: Tuesday 10 March 2026 – tickets will be released on 3 March

Leeds is an inclusive city with a vibrant Muslim community, offering plenty of opportunities to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr.

Join us for a special Eid celebration to mark the end of Ramadan:

• Eid Celebration, Thursday 26 March – book your ticket from 12pm on Thursday 19 March