Muslims from throughout Northwest Indiana gathered together on Friday to pray and celebrate Eid Al-Adha. The celebration, the first day of a three-day event, was held inside Crown Point’s Sparta Dome.

Adha, a time for prayer and charity. The religious festival occurs over three to four days and is one of the major Islamic celebrations observed by Muslims every year. JONES ENTERS RACE: Jolanda Jones jumps into race for Houston's 18th Congressional District Muslims in Houston are expected to gather at Islamic centers and mosques for special prayers to mark the occasion,