St James Comes Alive For Big Hosay Night Procession

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June 26, 2026

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For more than 170 years, Big Hosay Night has transformed the streets of St James into a place of remembrance.

Each year, the community comes alive as thousands gather to honour the martyrs of Karbala during Big Hosay Night.

Big Hosay Night and the Day of Ashura are, in Islamic tradition, one continuous observance.

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