Mashhad: A large gathering titled Imam Reza's Devotees was held in Mashhad, Razavi Khorasan Province, on Tuesday evening, April 28, 2026, on the eve of the birth anniversary of the eighth Shia Imam, Imam Reza (PBUH).

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, the event attracted numerous participants who came to honor and celebrate the spiritual significance of Imam Reza. The gathering is part of annual traditions that see people from various regions converge in Mashhad to pay their respects. The city, known for the holy shrine of Imam Reza, becomes a focal point for the Shia community during this time.

The birth anniversary of Imam Reza is a significant occasion in the Shia Islamic calendar, prompting numerous religious and cultural activities in Mashhad and other parts of Iran. The gathering in Mashhad was marked by prayers, recitations, and communal gatherings, reflecting the deep reverence the devotees hold for Imam Reza.