Eid: Middle Eastern Night Markets 2016

Overview

The Commune Waterloo, will be transformed into a sensory explosion when the Middle Eastern Night Markets set up on Thursday, 21 July. A celebration of Eid, which marks the end of Ramadan, the event will bring together a massive variety of street food, art, craft, design, music, photography and film. Best of all, you can feel good about every dollar you spend, since all cash raised will be going to Act for Peace to assist Syrian refugees.

You won't be short of company, either. The Facebook event has racked up 12,000 RSVPs and counting. What's more, if you're a creative type, it's not too late to contribute. The organisers are still open to suggestions for stalls.

Ramadan, for those not in the know, is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar. It's the holy month, during which participants fast, pray and give to charity. The aim is to promote empathy, generosity and an attitude of gratitude.