Three-day event runs from 2 October to 4 October 2026
More than 4,000 people are expected at a Muslim convention in Marsden Park from 2 October to 4 October 2026, according to the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Australia.
The 38th Jalsa Salana will be held at Masjid Baitul Huda, 45 Hollinsworth Rd, Marsden Park NSW 2765. Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Australia identifies the site as Australia’s largest mosque.
Organisers describe Jalsa Salana as the nation’s largest and longest-running Muslim convention. It will run for three days in Western Sydney.
Before the event, Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Australia plans a press conference at 1pm on 25 September 2026 at the same address.
Agenda includes human rights and Islamophobia
Topics set for the convention include unity and loyalty as Australian Muslims, human rights, and peace at global, national and local levels.
Organisers also list local challenges such as Islamophobia and anti-immigration sentiment. Another theme is faith in action through humanitarian drives and youth-led volunteer work.
According to the organisation, the gathering aims to show how Islamic faith and Australian national identity can coexist.
Imam Kauser, National President and Missionary-in-Charge of Ahmadiyya Muslim Community Australia, said: “Our historic Annual Convention is now in its 38th consecutive year, and thousands of dignitaries, faith leaders, and Ahmadi Muslims will gather to seek spirituality, deepen understanding, and promote peace and unity.”
Kauser said the event also gives people a chance to ask questions directly and address misconceptions about Islam. He invited members of the public seeking knowledge, dialogue and mutual understanding.
Each year, the convention attracts government officials, lawmakers, diplomats, faith leaders and major news outlets, the organisation said. It says that creates a face-to-face chance for media and the public to engage with the Muslim community.
Ahmadiyya Muslim Community was established in 1889 and now spans more than 200 countries. The organisation says its membership exceeds tens of millions.
The movement traces its founding to Mirza Ghulam Ahmad of Qadian, who lived from 1835 to 1908.
