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NYC Mayor Celebrates Eid Al-Fitr with Muslim Community
Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani delivers remarks at Brooklyn Islamic Center's Eid prayers.
Mar. 21, 2026 at 4:12am
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New York City Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani attended and spoke at Eid Al-Fitr prayers hosted by the Brooklyn Islamic Center. In his remarks, Mayor Mamdani reflected on his experience celebrating Ramadan across the city's diverse Muslim communities, expressing gratitude for the resilience and solidarity he witnessed. He called on attendees to carry forward the spirit of community and connection fostered during the holy month.
Why it matters
Mayor Mamdani's participation in the Eid celebrations highlights the growing political representation of Muslim Americans in New York City. As the city's first Muslim mayor, his presence and remarks at the event signal a recognition of the Muslim community's importance and an effort to foster greater inclusion and understanding.
The details
During his speech, Mayor Mamdani described his experiences over the past month, including sharing Iftar meals with various Muslim New Yorkers, praying alongside incarcerated individuals on Rikers Island, and witnessing the resilience of those practicing their faith in the city. He emphasized the need to maintain the spirit of solidarity and community that is cultivated during Ramadan.
- Mayor Mamdani delivered his remarks on the morning of Eid Al-Fitr (March 21, 2026).
- The Eid Al-Fitr prayers were hosted by the Brooklyn Islamic Center.
The players
Zohran Kwame Mamdani
The first Muslim mayor of New York City, elected in 2025.
Sirajul Islam
The Imam of the Brooklyn Islamic Center, which hosted the Eid Al-Fitr prayers.
Bobby Carroll
A former colleague of Mayor Mamdani and current New York State Assembly Member.
What they’re saying
“Eid Mubarak. Assalamu'alaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh. It is such an honor to be here with all of you on this blessed day.”
— Zohran Kwame Mamdani, Mayor of New York City
“For indeed with hardship, there will be ease. There is hardship to be sure, but this hardship also blossoms in beautiful solidarity.”
— Zohran Kwame Mamdani, Mayor of New York City
What’s next
Mayor Mamdani plans to continue engaging with the city's diverse Muslim communities and exploring ways to further support and empower them.
The takeaway
Mayor Mamdani's participation in the Eid Al-Fitr celebrations and his reflections on the unity and resilience of New York City's Muslim communities demonstrate a commitment to fostering greater inclusion and representation for Muslim Americans in the city's political and civic life.
