Ramadan support
Each year, many members of our university community observe Ramadan and come together to celebrate Eid.
If you’re observing Ramadan away from home for the first time it can be a very different experience, but there are always lots of activities going on across campus and plenty of support available should you need it.
Our student Vita shares some great advice in her blog four ways to get ready for Ramadan – we hope you find some useful tips to help you prepare.
Ramadan support and activities
In 2025, Ramadan is expected to begin on the evening of Friday 28 February and end on Saturday 30 March, depending on the sighting of the moon.
During this time, the University will run a Ramadan event programme, which will include four hot iftars on campus for students to break their fast together and an Eid Celebration.
Hot iftars and Eid Celebration
Our hot iftars will take place on the following dates:
- Thursday 6 March
- Wednesday 12 March
- Thursday 20 March
- Tuesday 25 March
Our University Eid Celebration will take place on Thursday 10 April.
Please be aware that these events are very popular, and spaces are limited so registration in advance is essential. Registration is limited to 4 tickets per person.
Details of the time, location, and booking links will be provided on this page soon.
The Leeds University Union Islamic Society (ISOC) is a great point of contact for peer support and activities during Ramadan.
Leeds Grand Mosque offers a range of support to the Leeds Muslim community during Ramadan, including community iftars and taraweeh prayers throughout the month.
Prayer spaces
Check the prayer, contemplation and faith-based support page for information about prayer spaces and their extended opening hours during Ramadan.
Learn about Ramadan
If you’re interested in learning more about Ramadan and what this time means to our university community, you can find out more in our blogs:
- Seven questions about Ramadan you’re too embarrassed to ask
- 20 Arabic terms you may hear during Ramadan and Eid
- Four ways to support your Muslim friends during Ramadan
Eid-ul-Fitr in Leeds
Leeds is an inclusive city where you can find everything you need to ensure you have a great Eid celebration.
Leeds student Affan’s blog on preparing for and celebrating Eid in Leeds covers everything from sourcing traditional clothing and the right ingredients to cook Seviyan, to celebrating Chand Raat and joining in Eid prayers.