History was made in New York City as Mayor Zohran Mamdani, the city’s first Muslim mayor, joined thousands of worshippers for Eid Al-Adha prayers at Macombs Dam Park in the Bronx.

“Today as we honor Prophet brahim, Eid al-Adha reminds us that sacrifice is not a burden,” Mamdai said on a social post. “It is an opportunity to see ourselves as part of something larger. To extend a hand to those who need it most.”

The powerful gathering marked one of the holiest celebrations in Islam, as Muslims across New York and around the world came together in prayer, reflection, and community. During the celebration, Mamdani spoke about unity, compassion, and supporting New Yorkers in need during challenging times.

Eid Al-Adha, known as the “Festival of Sacrifice,” commemorates faith, devotion, and charity. The holiday also coincides with the final rites of the Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia, where millions of Muslims gather annually in one of the world’s largest religious events.

From the Bronx to Mecca, the celebration highlighted the growing visibility and influence of Muslim communities globally — and a changing political and cultural landscape in America’s largest city.