ICNA Relief Back 2 School Drive
2025-08-23 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Mecca Center, 16W560 91st Street,, Willowbrook, IL, 60559-2304, United States
Ready for the new school year? Join the The Mecca Center, Mecca MVMT and ICNA-Relief on Saturday, August 23rd at 11:00am for our Back2School Drive where we will be using your donations to pack school bags for local communities in need.
If you are unable to volunteer on August 23rd, you can still support this initiative! Our goal is to purchase 200 backpacks at $25 each! Details will be posted on the ICNA Relief website, click the button below to get started. Please donate as much as you can to help children be prepared for school.
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Interfaith Book Club: See No Stranger by Valarie Kaur
2025-08-24 14:00 - 15:30 | Mecca Center, 16W560 91st Street,, Willowbrook, IL, 60559-2304, United States
Interfaith Book Club: “See No Stranger” by Valarie Kaur
Join The Mecca Center and the First Church of Lombard for a meaningful interfaith gathering as we come together to explore See No Stranger: A Memoir and Manifesto of Revolutionary Love by Valarie Kaur. This book club creates a welcoming space for people of all faiths to connect, share perspectives, and foster mutual understanding through thoughtful discussion.
Kaur takes readers through her powerful personal journey—as a brown girl growing up in California’s farmland, discovering her identity and place in the world; as a young adult inspired to act in the wake of post-9/11 hate crimes; as a law student working for justice in the legal system; and as an activist supporting communities affected by discrimination and prejudice. Through her experiences, she explores how love—rooted in wisdom, compassion, and courage—can be a transformative and revolutionary force. Drawing on insights from spiritual leaders, scientists, and social changemakers, See No Stranger invites us to reimagine how we relate to ourselves and one another, and how we can come together to create a more just and loving world.
Date: Sunday, August 24Time: 2:00 PMLocation: The Mecca Center, Willowbrook
Let’s build bridges through the power of story and community.

Bidayabook Workshop at The Mecca Center with Sh. Ahmed Alsheikhi
2025-08-31 10:00 - 14:00 | Mecca Center, 16W560 91st Street,, Willowbrook, IL, 60559-2304, United States
Calling all Quran teachers in the Chicagoland area! ✨ Join us at The Mecca Center for the Bidayabook Workshop, led by Shaykh Ahmed Alsheikhi. Dive deep into the art of teaching Quranic words and enrich your teaching skills. Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to learn and grow together!
Register now for just $25 by clicking the green button below! Lunch included.
Register Here

A Portrait of The Prophet's Character - Weekly Gathering
2025-08-31 18:30 - 2025-10-19 20:00 | IL
Join us for a weekly community gathering with Sh. Tariq Musleh and Sh. Ubaydullah Evans discussing the character of our beloved Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. In this 8-week Sunday series, we’ll dive into the characteristics and traits of the best of creation ﷺ and draw meaningful insights to apply in our own lives.
General registration is free but required, and childcare is available each week for a fee. Please purchase a separate childcare ticket for each week of the program you plan to be present for and require these services. Refreshments provided.
Please reach out to info@meccacenter.org with any questions.

Screenshots from the Seerah - Weekly Gathering
2025-09-02 19:30 - 2025-10-21 20:30 | IL
Join us for a weekly community gathering with Sh. Tariq Musleh and Dr. Mustafa Khattab highlighting the seerah of our beloved Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. In this 8-week Tuesday series, we’ll dive into and extract lessons from Dr. Khattab’s highly acclaimed work: “The Clear Sirah Made Easy.”
General registration is free but required, and childcare is available each week for a fee. Please purchase a separate childcare ticket for each week of the program you plan to be present for and require these services. Refreshments provided.
Please reach out to info@meccacenter.org with any questions.

Traditional Islamic Healing Practices in Modern Times
2025-09-05 19:30 - 21:00 | Mecca Center, 16W560 91st Street,, Willowbrook, IL, 60559-2304, United States
Join us for an evening exploring the rich tradition of holistic medicine & psychology in Islam- where the health of the body, heart, and soul are deeply intertwined. This program invites us to revive a living tradition of prophetic healing that nourishes every dimension of our lives. Featuring Dr. Mazen Atassi, Dr. Abdallah Rothman, and Sh. Tariq Musleh.
Registration required

Muslim Marriage Rejuvenation Retreat
2025-09-06 - 2025-09-07 | IL
We’re excited to introduce our 2-day Muslim Marriage Rejuvenation Retreat: a special weekend designed to help you and your spouse reconnect, reflect, and renew your bond.
Whether you’re newly married or have been together for decades, this retreat is for you!
Day 1 – Saturday, Sept 6th
The Mecca Center
Day 2 – Sunday, Sept 7th
Masjid An Noor
Featuring Ustadha Lobna Mulla & Shaykh Suhail Mulla, you’ll spend two days gaining valuable tools, sharing meaningful conversations, and reigniting the spark in your marriage, all in a warm, faith-filled environment.
Couples only, childcare provided.
Register now: tinyurl.com/tglretreat

Loving the Beloved Community Celebration
2025-09-07 17:00 - 20:00 | IL
Join us for a family-friendly community gathering celebrating and commemorating the life of the best of creation, our beloved Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. We’ll be blessed with reflections, Qur’an recitation, and nasheed from an esteemed group of guests and an amazing community atmosphere.
Please register below at no charge. Childcare available for a nominal fee. Refreshments provided for attendees.
Feel free to reach out to info@meccacenter.org with any questions.

Autumn of the Heart
2025-09-13 10:30 - 14:00 | Mecca Center, 16W560 91st Street,, Willowbrook, IL, 60559-2304, United States
✨ Autumn of the Heart ✨
You are cordially invited to the Launching of the Mecca Quran Institute English Programs
Featuring:
•⁠ ⁠Living the Quran
•⁠ ⁠Quran Seekers
•⁠ ⁠Tajweed in English
Saturday, September 13
10:30 AM – 2:00 PM
The Mecca Center
Registration: $20
https://bit.ly/MQIEP25
Children’s Program: $15
https://bit.ly/MQIBA25
Dedicated to guiding hearts closer to Islam

Wellness Walks
2025-09-17 18:00 - 19:00 | Mecca Center, 16W560 91st Street,, Willowbrook, IL, 60559-2304, United States
Step into wellness with us!
Join us for the finale of our Wellness Walks—a special edition in honor of Suicide Prevention Month with The Khalil Center. Walk with us for reflection, connection, and wellness of mind, body, and soul.
Location: Waterfall Glen: Bluff Rd Parking Lot
Location Directions
Registration required
Don’t forget your walking shoes!

Mecca Moves! 5k & 1K Race, Walk, & Roll
2025-09-20 08:00 - 12:00 | Downtown Burr Ridge, IL, County Line Square Shopping Center, Burr Ridge, United States
Mecca Moves! 5k & 1K Race, Walk, & Roll is back! ‍‍
Get ready for a morning of movement, community, and purpose at the 2025 Mecca Moves 5K & 1K on Saturday, September 20th at 8:00 AM in Downtown Burr Ridge, IL! This event is part of our wellness initiative to promote fitness, physical and mental health in our community for all ages and abilities.
This fun, family-friendly event welcomes all ages and abilities to walk, run, or roll on a USATF-certified course—the same route as last year. Participants will enjoy medals, prizes, food, and community fun, all while supporting a great cause.
All proceeds benefit Brightpoint, a nonprofit organization serving over 34,000 children and families with early childhood education, family support, and mental health services.
Early Registration (by 9/13):$25 for children | $35 for adults
Late Registration (9/13–9/20):$35 for children | $45 for adults
Register with the button below!
Register Here

Interested in becoming a sponsor? Explore our sponsorship opportunities and submit your application here.

Tafsir of Surah Fatiha & the Last 10 with Sh. AbdulNasir Jangda
2025-09-20 14:00 - 18:00 | Mecca Center, 16W560 91st Street,, Willowbrook, IL, 60559-2304, United States
We are honored to welcome Shaykh AbdulNasir Jangda, founder, president, and instructor of Qalam Institute, to The Mecca Center!
On Saturday, September 20th, 2025 from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM, we are proudly collaborating with Qalam Institute to host a special seminar titled, “Tafsir of Surah Fatiha & the Last 10”. This program is designed to help deepen our connection with the Quran by uncovering the meanings and lessons within the verses we engage with most frequently.
Registration required, register Here: https://qalam.fillout.com/t/ofu9CbbLAaus

Faith & Victory: A Journey Through Surahs AI-Naml and Al-Fath
2025-09-21 16:00 - 20:00 | IL
Injustice. Islamophobia. Hope? Muslims are gripped by injustice as Islamophobia rises. You wonder… Where is the victory Allah promised? Find the answers with us in a powerful 3-hour IlmNight. Surat Al-Fath & Surat Al-Naml with Sh. Dr. Yasir Qadhi & Sh. Suleiman Hani
Use code TMC for a special discount!

Sunday, Sept 21 | 4pm – 8pm
Embassy Suites Chicago Naperville
1823 Abriter Ct, Naperville, IL 60563

️ Limited seats available: almaghrib.org/victory

European Colonization and the Modern Muslim World with Imam Nihal Khan
2025-09-26 07:00 - 20:00 | Mecca Center, 16W560 91st Street,, Willowbrook, IL, 60559-2304, United States
European Colonization & the Modern Muslim World
Join us at The Mecca Center Friday, September 26, after Maghreb prayer for an evening of learning with Imam Nihal Khan, Ph.D. in Islamic Studies & Muslim Chaplain at UCLA.
Together, we’ll explore how pivotal historical events shaped today’s Muslim world and reflect on their lasting impact.
Registration required

Faith Through Action Collective
2025-09-27 16:00 - 17:30 | Mecca Center, 16W560 91st Street,, Willowbrook, IL, 60559-2304, United States
All of our community members are cordially invited to join the inaugural meeting of the new activist, community-led interfaith group at Mecca — Faith Through Action Collective!
Together, we will work on projects that cultivate peace, justice, and belonging. Together, we will learn across generations, engage in meaningful action, and empower emerging leaders in our community.
This Saturday, experience a hands-on writing workshop led by a published poet, join a discussion with the AmCiv leaders, enjoy delicious treats, and make new friends! Be the change you seek.
All are welcome! Registration is required

ConverTsations - Islam in the Workplace: Being a Good Muslim and Valued Employee
2025-09-28 16:30 - 18:30 | Mecca Center, 16W560 91st Street,, Willowbrook, IL, 60559-2304, United States
ConverTsations: Islam in the WorkplaceHow do we balance being a good Muslim while thriving as a valued employee? Join us for a community discussion with experts in employee relations and human resources.

Sunday, Sept 28 | 4:30–6:30 PM (after Asr)
The Mecca Center Banquet Hall

Registration required, open to ALL

Quran Night with Dr. Mustafa Khattab and Imam Samir Ali
2025-10-03 18:30 - 20:00 | Mecca Center, 16W560 91st Street,, Willowbrook, IL, 60559-2304, United States
Join us after Maghreb prayer on Friday, October 3rd, for a spiritually uplifting Quran Night at The Mecca Center in collaboration with The Furqaan Project.
Immerse yourself in the beautiful recitation of Imam Samir Ali, followed by nasheed, and be inspired by the wisdom of Dr. Mustafa Khattab, translator of the Clear Quran. Don’t miss this evening of reflection and faith! Open to all

Helping Hand x The Mecca Center In-Kind Clothing Drive
2025-10-04 11:00 - 15:00 | Mecca Center, 16W560 91st Street,, Willowbrook, IL, 60559-2304, United States
In-Kind Clothing Drive at The Mecca Center
Join us on Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM as we partner with Helping Hand for Relief & Development to collect clothing and essential items for those in need.
Please ensure all items are sorted, packed, and labeled in the following categories:

Men, Women, and Children’s Clothing (including shoes, jackets, casual, and cultural wear)
Fabrics, Bedding, Prayer Rugs, and Towels
School Supplies and Toys
Hygiene Products

The Mecca Center, 16W560 91st St, Willowbrook, IL 60527For questions, contact Mushtaq Saleemi at (773) 226-3368 or Mobasshir Khan at (331) 315-7937.
Your support will bring comfort and hope to families in need.

Recharge Girls Pumpkin Patch Outing
2025-10-11 11:30 - 20:00 | Bengtson’s Pumpkin Farm and Fall Fest, 13341 W 151st St, Homer Glen, IL, 60491, United States
Join Recharge Girls for a fun-filled day at Bengtson’s Pumpkin Farm & Fall Fest!

Saturday, October 11 | 11:30 AM – 8:30 PM

Check-in will be open between 11:30 AM and 1:00 PM, so be sure to arrive during that window to start the day with us!

Interfaith Book Club: Holy Envy by Barbara Brown Taylor
2025-10-12 15:00 - 16:30 | First Church of Lombard, 220 S Main St, Lombard, IL, 60148, United States
Interfaith Book Club ✨
Join The Mecca Center and the First Church of Lombard for an engaging discussion on Holy Envy: Finding God in the Faith of Others by Barbara Brown Taylor. This is a unique opportunity to connect across faiths, build understanding, and share meaningful reflections together.

Sunday, October 12 | 3:00 PM
First Church of Lombard – 220 S Main St, Lombard, IL

Registration required
About the book:
Holy Envy: Finding God in the Faith of Others by Barbara Brown Taylor is a thoughtful exploration of how encountering people of other faith traditions can expand our understanding of spirituality and deepen our own connection with God. Drawing on her experiences teaching world religions, Taylor shares stories of visiting monasteries, temples, and mosques with her students, and reflects on the lessons these encounters offered about humility, compassion, and respect for difference.
While grounded in her own journey, Taylor’s insights encourage readers of all backgrounds to appreciate the beauty of diverse paths to the Divine. The book reminds us that engaging with other traditions does not weaken our own faith, but can inspire gratitude, curiosity, and a renewed commitment to our own beliefs.

Recharge Brothers: Horseback Riding
2025-10-12 17:00 - 19:00 | Memory Lane Stables, 8290 S Kean Ave, Willow Springs, IL, 60480

Journey into Arabic
2025-10-19 15:00 - 17:00 | Mecca Center, 16W560 91st Street,, Willowbrook, IL, 60559-2304, United States
The Mecca Center is excited to launch our first official Arabic Program for Adults (18+)! We are beginning with a Level 1 Arabic course, with additional levels to be introduced based on placement test results, inshAllah.
This hybrid course meets every Sunday from 3:00–5:00 PM in the Mecca Center MPR (Room 161).
After careful review, we’ve decided to reduce the course fee and postpone orientation and first day of class to Sunday, October 12, to allow more community members time to register and complete their placement test so they can join us from the very beginning.
Tuition: $450 for the year, which includes books and all course resources.
Placement Test RequirementTo register, you must first complete the INITIAL ASSESSMENT placement test at fawakih.org/placement.

If you’ve already taken the INITIAL ASSESSMENT test, please be ready to submit your results at registration (you should have received them by email).
If you’ve only taken the reading assessment, you must still complete the INITIAL ASSESSMENT (right-hand button) before registering.
If you have not yet taken the test, please indicate The Mecca Center as your institution when completing it.

You can register with the button below:
Register Here

For financial assistance or any questions please email atac@meccacenter.org
Childcare ServicesChildcare is available per trimester, use the button below to register your child for childcare.
Childcare Services Registration

The Clear Sirah Made Easy - Book Purchase
2025-10-21 08:00 - 17:00 | IL
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Blood Drive with Versiti
2025-10-24 11:30 - 15:30 | Mecca Center, 16W560 91st Street,, Willowbrook, IL, 60559-2304, United States
We are excited to share that we are hosting a Blood Drive at The Mecca Center in partnership with Versiti Health on Friday, October 24th, from 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
We are seeking donors to help make this effort a success. Each appointment takes only about 10 minutes, and you can sign up easily using the link below or by scanning the QR code on the flyer. This should be an easy stop if you are attending Friday prayer at Mecca!
Please be sure to have an ID readily available the day of the event.
Your donation could help save lives—and we would be so grateful for your participation. May Allah (SWT) accept this effort from all of us!
Sign up here: https://donateblood.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/11620885

Mecca Connect Presents Fall Fun at Siegel's Farm
2025-10-25 15:00 - 18:00 | Siegel’s Pumpkin Farm, 17250 Weber Rd, Lockport, IL, 60441, United States
Mecca Connect is back with our Fall Edition!
Join us at Siegel’s Pumpkin Farm on Saturday, October 25th from 3PM – 6PM for a fun-filled evening with family and friends! Enjoy a day packed with fall favorites — meet friendly farm animals, explore the corn maze, take a train ride, visit the exciting dinosaur barn, and race down the mountain slide.
Let’s celebrate the season together with laughter, adventure, and memories the whole family will love!
Address: Siegel’s Pumpkin farm 17250 weber rd lockport, IL 60441
Please purchase your tickets before October 25th, no tickets will be sold at the door. Arrive at the farm by 2:45PM for check in!

The Mecca Center Annual Fundraising Dinner 2025
2025-10-26 18:00 - 22:00 | The Westin Lombard, 70 Yorktown Shopping Center, Lombard, IL, 60148, United States
The Mecca Center cordially invites you to our 2025 Annual Fundraiser “Together We Build Generations” on Sunday October, 26 at 6:00PM located at The Westin Hotel in Lombard, Illinois.
This year’s theme, “Together We Build Generations,” is a reminder that the legacy we create today will shape the lives of tomorrow. By investing in our youth, nurturing families, and strengthening our Center, we are building foundations that will benefit generations to come.
Buy your tickets now!

Family Fun Night at The Mecca Center
2025-10-31 17:00 - 20:00 | Mecca Center, 16W560 91st Street,, Willowbrook, IL, 60559-2304, United States
Family Fun Night at The Mecca Center!
A night of fun for the whole family! Bring everyone out to enjoy cotton candy, bouncy houses, story time, crafts, popcorn, a mini petting zoo and much more!
We are also proudly serving HanCafe.

Friday, Oct 31st from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
The Mecca Center | 16W560 91st St, Willowbrook, IL 60527

Registration required, $5 per family.

Recharge Girls Mat Pilates
2025-11-01 11:30 - 13:00 | Mecca Center, 16W560 91st Street,, Willowbrook, IL, 60559-2304, United States
Stretch, strengthen, and recharge with Mat Pilates! Join Recharge Girls on Saturday, November 1 at 11:30 AM in The Mecca Center Gym.
Please bring your own yoga mat!

An Evening with Humza Yousaf Europe's First Muslim Head of Government
2025-11-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Mecca Center, 16W560 91st Street,, Willowbrook, IL, 60559-2304, United States
Please join the Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC), The Mecca Center, and the Council of Islamic Organizations of Greater Chicago (CIOGC) for a historic evening with the Honorable Humza Yousaf, former First Minister of Scotland.
In 2023, Mr. Yousaf made history as the youngest person, the first Muslim, and the first Scottish Asian to serve as Scotland’s First Minister—becoming Europe’s first Muslim head of government. He is married to Nadia El-Nakla, a Scottish-Palestinian who was also recently elected as a city council member, and whose parents were in the Gaza Strip when Israel began its war on Gaza in 2023. This experience deeply impacted their family and shaped Mr. Yousaf’s outspoken advocacy for peace and humanitarian justice.
Join us at The Mecca Center on November 7th, as we celebrate Mr. Yousaf’s groundbreaking leadership and engage in a powerful conversation spanning geopolitics, global migration conflicts, transnational business issues, and the genocide in Gaza. This event offers the Chicagoland Muslim community a rare opportunity to hear firsthand from an inspiring world leader in global politics today.

Registration is required

An Evening with Khabib Nurmagomedov: The Legacy Continues
2025-11-08 17:00 - 22:00 | IL
We are excited to share that The Mecca Center is partnering with Miftaah Institute to bring a very special event to Chicago on Saturday, November 8, 2025

An Evening with Khabib Nurmagomedov: The Legacy Continues

Join us for one night only with UFC legend Khabib Nurmagomedov as he reflects on his journey of faith, family, and the mindset that made him undefeated in the octagon — and an inspiration beyond it.

Seats are limited! Use discount code MECCA when purchasing your tickets at khabibusa.org

to receive a special offer.
