Eid on Tour

Leicester, UK – 15 June 2025 – Eid On Tour, brought to you by the team behind The Halal Food Festival, is landing in the heart of Leicester at Highcross Shopping Centre – St. Peter’s Square on Friday 28th and Saturday 29th June for an unmissable free-entry celebration of culture, community, and cuisine.

Following a phenomenal launch at Trafford Centre, Manchester on 14th–15th June— where over 100,000 visitors joined in the festivities—and a vibrant stop at Meadowhall, Sheffield, Eid On Tour continues its journey as a fresh, energetic movement bringing the Eid spirit to mainstream spaces across the UK.

A Full-Flavour, High-Energy Experience

Taking place in St. Peter’s Square, Highcross Leicester, this year’s Leicester edition promises something for everyone:

• Live cultural entertainment, including Arabian Dabka performances • Street food from across the UK, featuring:

o Meat & Eat – TikTok sensations with over 4 million likes

o Fargos FX – renowned for their Japanese sandos

o Howlin Chicken – bringing the bold flavours of Nashville

o Dutch Fishmen – seafood delights on wheels

o TexBBQ – Texas-style smokehouse from London

o Local favourites including Marhaba and French-inspired Chloe Gourmet • Artisan market stalls and lifestyle brands

Rooted in Leicester. Reaching Across the UK.

After three successful years of hosting in Leicester, this move to Highcross is more than just a location change—it’s a powerful statement of progress, inclusion and visibility.

“Our team is especially proud of this moment—being from Leicester and having hosted our very first food festival here, bringing Eid On Tour to Highcross is a huge feat. It feels like coming home, but on an even bigger scale,” said Bilal Khan, founder of The Halal Food Festival.

A true cultural pioneer, Bilal Khan has deep roots in Leicester’s vibrant scene. With a background in live entertainment, he has hosted some of the world’s biggest stars both in Leicester and globally—including Drake, J. Cole, Sean Paul, Craig David, and many more. His experience and passion for platforming diverse voices now fuel a new mission: bringing inclusive, family-friendly cultural events to the forefront of British life.

Centre Director at Highcross, Michelle Menezes, said:

“We’re excited to welcome ‘Eid on Tour’ to Highcross the weekend of 28 and 29 June - an event that brings a rich blend of culture, community and culinary delights into the heart of the city.

“As part of Highcross’ ongoing plan to ensure our visitors not only experience great shopping, dining and leisure experiences, but that we also have a vibrant calendar of events for them to enjoy throughout the year. ‘Eid on Tour’ is another example of how we’re continuing to re-energise Highcross. This year’s event is a real celebration of Leicester’s identity and heritage, and we can’t wait to experience the atmosphere it brings to the centre.”

Leicester Joins the Celebration

Already home to flagship events like the Diwali Lights Switch-On and the Caribbean Carnival, Leicester now proudly adds Eid On Tour to its multicultural calendar—offering a dynamic blend of food, entertainment, and community.

Save the Dates

St. Peter’s Square, Highcross Leicester

Friday 28th & Saturday 29th June 2025

FREE ENTRY – All are welcome!

For media enquiries, interviews or press passes, please contact:

bilal@thehalalfamilygroup.com

07576 929832

www.thehalalfoodfestival.com

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