Eid celebrations took place in Bolton today - for those of all faiths and none.

People enjoyed everything from traditional food including samosas to henna art.

The community event was held at the Albert Halls.

Visitors enjoyed browsing the various stalls and gifts and clothing on offer.

All proceeds from the day went to the mayoral charity fund.

Sarah Ginney, said: “I was only walking past and a woman at the door told us what was going on, so we came to have a look.

“I do love a good samosa and the dresses were oh so pretty.

“They gave us a little bag with some scarves, and I think they’re beautiful.”

During the event, a mini hamper with scarves were given out to non-Muslims as a gift, which included a scarf that people could wear however they liked.

Ms Ginney said: “The scarves will be good for this mini-heatwave!”

Hava Yakub was on a hand to hand out the hampers.

She said: “It has been very good, we’ve had people of all ages which surprised me, who wanted to try the scarves.

“They can wear it even as a shoulder cover, so this one piece of material is very versatile.

“It is important to us because it does not matter if you believe in the faith or not, this is just a piece of material and you don’t need to be Muslim to even wear one.”

A qawwali music group were at the event playing their music. This is Islamic mysticism music dating back to the 13th century.

Mayor of Bolton, Cllr Andy Morgan was also in attendance.

He said: “It was a privilege to be asked to officially open this annual Eid event for 2024.

“Nearly 1.5 million Muslims from across the world, with a few thousand pilgrims, no doubt from Bolton, have performed their Hajj over the last week or so and visited the holy cities of Mecca and Medina in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

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“For most pilgrims this is once in a lifetime opportunity to fulfil one of their main pillars of Islam as Muslims.

“It was refreshing to see lots of different stalls and activities on offer.

“Like last year, I am very grateful that any monies raised will be donated to the mayoral charity fund.

“I understand that Eid al-Adha is a time for communal prayers, family gatherings, festive meals and strengthening social and family bonds.

“It is hoped that events like this can only strengthen that ambition.”