🕌 Ashura 2025 – Major Processions (Juloos) Across Australia
📅 Date:
Sunday, 5 July 2025 (10 Muharram 1447 AH)
(Sighting-dependent; some cities may observe on 5 July 2025)
Please reconfirm details with local community as this information is as per the previous year’s record.
1️⃣ Sydney, NSW – Hussain Islamic Centre Procession
- Starting Point: Hussain Islamic Centre, 165 Woodville Rd, Villawood NSW 2163
- Route: Surrounding Villawood streets; details announced by centre closer to date
- Timing: Morning (approx. 10 AM – 1 PM)
- Features: Zarih display, chest-beating (matam), public majlis, Niaz e Imam Hussain a.s
2️⃣ Melbourne, VIC – Shi’a Islamic Council of Victoria Juloos
- Starting Point: 6/9 Western Ave, Sunshine VIC 3020
- Route: Nearby streets around Sunshine
- Timing: 10 AM onwards
- Highlights: Matam, noha recitations, Niaz e Imam Hussain a.s
3️⃣ Brisbane, QLD – Al-Mustafa Islamic Centre
- Address: 32 Hellen St, Sunnybank Hills QLD 4109
- Route: Onsite procession and short walk in local area
- Timing: Post-Zuhr prayer (around 1 PM)
- Features: Majlis, matam, food stalls
4️⃣ Perth, WA – Az-Zahra Islamic Centre Procession
- Address: 17 Whyalla St, Willetton WA 6155
- Route: Local neighbourhood walk (route map shared closer to event)
- Timing: 11 AM – 2 PM
- Features: Matam, elegy recitation, community kitchen
5️⃣ Adelaide, SA – Shia Muslim Community Procession
- Starting Point: Shia Muslim Community Hall, 99 South Rd, Thebarton SA 5031
- Route: Short route within Thebarton
- Timing: Mid-morning to early afternoon
- Features: Majlis, matam, Niaz e Imam Hussain a.s
What Happens at an Ashura Procession?
Ashura processions in Australia remember Imam Hussain (a.s.), his family and companions, who were martyred at Karbala on the 10th of Muharram, 61 AH. Communities walk together reciting nohas and latmiyat, carry alams (standards) and banners, and usually end with a majlis and dua. Many processions also offer water (sabeel), free food (niyaz) and blood donation drives, reflecting Imam Hussain’s (a.s.) message of service and sacrifice.
Tips for Families Attending
- Check the route and start time with the organising imambargah or centre, as these are confirmed close to Muharram.
- Wear black or dark modest clothing and comfortable shoes.
- Keep children close, agree a meeting point and bring water.
- Follow the instructions of volunteers and police marshals.
Teaching Children About Karbala
Our one-to-one classes include the history of the Ahlulbayt (a.s.) and Karbala, taught by qualified Shia teachers in a way that suits each child’s age. See our online Shia Quran classes in Australia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an Ashura procession?
It is a public walk of remembrance for Imam Hussain (a.s.) and the martyrs of Karbala, held on or around the 10th of Muharram with nohas, alams and a closing majlis.
Can non-Muslims attend Ashura processions in Australia?
Processions are public events and visitors are generally welcome to watch respectfully. Many organisers share information about Imam Hussain (a.s.) with the wider community.
Why do Shia Muslims hold Ashura processions?
To mourn Imam Hussain (a.s.), keep the message of Karbala alive, and publicly stand for justice and truth against oppression.
