This December, Centenary Square will once again serve as a symbol of togetherness as the city unveils its annual Multi-Faith Tree. This tradition has quietly grown into one of the region’s most heartfelt celebrations of unity.
Standing proudly beside the city’s traditional Christmas tree, the Multi-Faith Tree represents the harmony, cooperation, and shared purpose that define Bradford’s communities.
Each bauble on its branches symbolises a local organisation, business, or community group that stands publicly for peace and solidarity. What makes the event especially powerful is its simplicity. Sponsors contribute a bauble, and each one carries a message of hope, connection, or reflection.
On launch day, faith and business leaders from across Yorkshire will gather to hang these baubles on the tree. This moment has become a quietly moving symbol of togetherness.
The ceremony has gained visibility in recent years, not because of spectacle, but due to its sincerity. At a time when division often makes headlines, Bradford’s Multi-Faith Tree tells a different story – one of shared streets, shared futures, and the everyday partnerships that keep the city thriving.
Organiser, Saleem Kader, a member of the group which is part of the West and North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce says: “Multi-faith harmony is not something we can take for granted. It is something we must celebrate, protect, and nurture – not just in moments of unity, but throughout the year.”
This year’s ceremony is on 11 December, and attendees are invited to join community representatives, civic leaders, and faith institutions in Centenary Square for what promises to be another uplifting reminder of the city’s spirit.
