Ramadan Streets Night Market Returns to Birmingham for Second Year
The highly anticipated Ramadan Streets night market is back in Birmingham for its second consecutive year, launching tonight, March 4, 2026. Following immense success in its inaugural season, this community-focused event promises to draw thousands of visitors over five nights until March 8.
Event Details and Location
Ramadan Streets will be held at the Birmingham City Football Club ground car park on Coventry Road, operating from 5:30 PM to 11:30 PM each evening. The market features a vibrant array of food vendors, including smash burger stalls and matcha sellers, alongside artisan merchants and a covered reflective art zone for cultural engagement.
Ticketing and Logistics
Tickets are priced at £1 per person, with limited passes still available for the opening night. Organizers have confirmed that if a football match is scheduled at St. Andrew's at Knighthead Park during the event, a backup site will be prepared to ensure uninterrupted celebrations.
Organizers and Funding
The event is hosted by the Birmingham City Football Club Foundation, with the Ramadan Streets concept created by artist Mohammed Ali and his team at Soul City Arts, in collaboration with The Halal Food Festival. Funding is provided by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF), distributed locally by Birmingham City Council.
Community Impact and Testimonials
Mohammed Ali emphasized the event's role in fostering community spirit, stating, "With Ramadan Streets, we've brought a safe outdoor space that is open to all and rooted in community. In the times we live in, we need more spaces for us to celebrate ourselves and each other."
Last year's event attracted 30,000 attendees and received positive feedback. Abid Hussain from Arts Council England noted, "Ramadan Streets ran incredibly smoothly, well organized, with crowd control measures in place. It felt safe and family-friendly."
Official Support and Future Prospects
Councillor Saima Suleman, Cabinet Member for Digital, Culture, Heritage and Tourism at Birmingham City Council, expressed delight at the market's return, saying, "Last year's Ramadan Streets proved to be a wonderful celebration of faith, culture, and community. It is wonderful to be working with Birmingham City Football Club to create an exciting opportunity for even more residents to come together in a safe and welcoming space."
