Mosques

Hayward, located in the East Bay region of California, offers a range of prayer spaces for Muslims, with several mosques and Islamic centers listed within a 50-kilometer radius. The city itself hosts Masjid Muhajireen on Folsom Avenue, providing a local option for residents. Nearby, Masjid Al-Farooq (San Leandro Islamic Center) on East 14th Street in San Leandro is just 3.7 km away, and Masjid Al-Huda on Smith Street in Union City is 8.1 km from Hayward, making these convenient options for those in the southern part of the city.

Beyond immediate neighbors, the broader East Bay area features several prominent Islamic centers. The Islamic Society of East Bay (ISEB - Lowry Masjid) on Peace Terrace in Fremont is 10.1 km away, while the Muslim Community Center - East Bay (MCC East Bay) on West Las Positas Boulevard in Pleasanton is 16.8 km distant. Further afield, Masjid Zakariya (ICF-Albrae) on Albrae Street in Fremont is 20.2 km away. These locations indicate a strong presence of prayer spaces in the Fremont and Pleasanton areas, serving the wider East Bay Muslim community.

To the west, across the San Francisco Bay, several mosques are listed in San Francisco, including Masjid al-Tawheed on Sutter Street, the Islamic Center of San Francisco (ICSF) on Crescent Avenue, and AlSabeel Masjid Noor Al-Islam on Jones Street. Other notable centers include the Shia Association of the Bay Area on Fortran Court in San Jose, the South Bay Islamic Association (SBIA - Masjid al-Mustafa) on Harris Way in San Jose, and Yaseen Foundation locations in Burlingame and Belmont. These listings show that while Hayward has its own mosque, the surrounding cities—especially Fremont, San Leandro, and Union City—offer additional prayer spaces within a short drive.

When visiting any of these mosques, it is advisable to check their addresses and contact details beforehand, as opening hours and prayer times may vary. Some locations may have specific entrances or parking arrangements. For the most accurate information, verify details directly with the mosque or Islamic center.