2026/1447 Eid Al-Adha Details at The Fairgrounds Nashville; Prayer at 9 AM Sharp; Community Celebration at 10 AM

Eid Al-Adha Is On Wednesday, May 27th

Eid Mubarak to all!

Although the attacks against our communities in San Diego and elsewhere have brought us great sadness, we will not allow those who seek to harm our community to disrupt our way of life. Now, more than ever, coming together to celebrate our faith, our families, and our resilience is our greatest strength. With that spirit of unity, we are grateful to invite you to our Eid Al-Adha prayer and community celebration on Wednesday, May 27th.

🌙 Prayer Information

🗓️ Schedule

• Location: Fairgrounds Nashville (Expo 3)

• Address: 320 Wedgewood Ave, Nashville, TN 37203

• Takbirat Starts: 8 AM

• Eid Prayer (Sharp): 9 AM

• Khateeb: Sheikh Khalid Sharif will lead the Salat and Khutbah

🎡 Carnival Information

After the Eid salat, join us from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a morning filled with joy, connection, and entertainment for the whole family.

Get ready for thrill rides, bouncy inflatables, a petting zoo, and classic midway carnival games complete with a Prize Station. We will also have face painting, henna, and a photo booth to keep the smiles coming all morning long. All that fun is sure to build up an appetite, so be sure to grab a bite from our amazing lineup of food trucks and fresh coffee on-site.

Free Admission – Registration Required! This Eid celebration is completely FREE for our community to attend, but registration is required. Please secure your family's spot by clicking the registration link below so we can prepare for your arrival!

Support Our Joyous Eid To make this event accessible to everyone, the costs are being covered upfront. However, we rely on the incredible generosity of our community to help offset these expenses. If you are able, please consider making a donation via the link below so we can continue providing these unforgettable experiences for our youth and families.

🌟 Volunteers Needed

This year, we are organizing our Eid Prayer and Carnival at the Nashville Fairgrounds on Wednesday, May 27th, and we are building a special team!

We need YOUR help to bring joy to life for our community and ensure our event runs smoothly. Whether you want to help guide the morning prayer, be in the center of the carnival action, or work behind the scenes, your amazing energy is what makes this possible.

Sign up using the link below to claim your spot on the team! You can also view the full list of role descriptions here.

🌙 Important Information: Parking, Arrival & More

🚗 Parking & Arrival (Refer to Map Below)

Plan Ahead: Please plan your travel early to account for weekday traffic. We recommend arriving at the fairgrounds 20–30 minutes earlier than usual to allow enough time for parking and walking to the facility.

Free Parking: ICN has fully covered all parking fees for the community—no payment is required at the gate.

Follow Directions: Please follow the guidance of Fairgrounds staff and ICN volunteers. They are here to ensure a smooth experience and will guide you to the correct parking and entry points.

Handicap & Elderly Parking (Lot 2): This is the paved lot with the shortest, most level path to the facility. If you do not have a state-issued handicap tag, please download your Elderly/Handicap Access Pass here and have it ready to show on your phone or placed on your dashboard to access this lot or drop-off area.

🗺️ Recommended Routes & Travel Tips

Avoid I-65 Exit 81 (Wedgewood Ave) due to heavy weekday morning backups. We encourage using these alternate routes to reach the Wedgewood Ave entrances:

• Coming Southbound (from North Nashville/Downtown): Take I-40 East to Exit 210C (4th Ave S). Turn right (South) onto 4th Ave S / Nolensville Pike, then right onto Wedgewood Ave.

• Coming Northbound or from the West (via I-65 N or I-40 E): Take I-440 East to Exit 6 (Nolensville Pike). Turn left (North) onto Nolensville Pike, then left onto Wedgewood Ave.

📋 Facility Rules & Etiquette

To help us maintain an organized, peaceful, and beautiful prayer for our growing community, please take a moment to review the attached Etiquette Flyer. We kindly ask everyone to arrive with wudu, bring your own prayer rug, and follow the guidance of our volunteers to keep walkways clear. Your cooperation makes this joyous day smooth and comfortable for everyone!

🛡️ A Note on Safety & Security

Your safety and peace of mind are our highest priorities. Please rest assured that we have arranged for enhanced, dedicated security and local law enforcement to be present on-site throughout the entire event. We want our families to feel completely comfortable so we can all focus on celebrating together!

Use the link to download a copy of the

Eid Excuse Letter.



Please see the following link for the method used

to determine Eid ul-Adha.

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