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Islamic New Year 1 Muharram
The beginning of the Hijri year, commemorating the migration
(Hijrah) of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) from Makkah to Madinah.
Significance: Marks the start of the Islamic lunar calendar
and the Hijrah event.
Did you know? The Islamic calendar is about 11 days shorter than
the Gregorian calendar.
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Ashura 10 Muharram
A significant day of fasting and reflection, marking the day Allah
saved Moses (Musa) and the Israelites from Pharaoh.
Significance: Observed by fasting; also commemorates the
martyrdom of Husayn ibn Ali in Karbala.
Did you know? Fasting on Ashura expiates the sins of the previous
year.
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Mawlid an-Nabi 12 Rabi'
al-awwal
The birthday of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), observed in many Muslim
communities with prayers and gatherings.
Significance: Celebrates the birth of the final Prophet of
Islam.
Did you know? Mawlid is celebrated differently across the Muslim
world.
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Start of Ramadan 1 Ramadan
The beginning of the holy month of fasting, prayer, and reflection
for Muslims worldwide.
Significance: Start of the month of fasting, one of the
Five Pillars of Islam.
Did you know? Ramadan moves through all seasons over a 33-year
cycle.
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Laylat al-Qadr 27 Ramadan
The Night of Power, believed to be when the Quran was first
revealed. Worship on this night is better than a thousand months.
Significance: The holiest night in Islam, prayers are
highly rewarded.
Did you know? The exact date of Laylat al-Qadr is not known, but it
is most commonly observed on the 27th night.
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Eid al-Fitr 1 Shawwal
Festival of Breaking the Fast, celebrated at the end of Ramadan
with prayers, feasts, and charity.
Significance: Marks the end of Ramadan and a month of
fasting.
Did you know? Muslims are required to give Zakat al-Fitr before the
Eid prayer.
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Hajj 8-13 Dhu al-Hijjah
The annual pilgrimage to Makkah, required once in a lifetime for
those who are able.
Significance: One of the Five Pillars of Islam, a spiritual
journey of a lifetime.
Did you know? Over 2 million Muslims perform Hajj every year.
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Day of Arafah 9 Dhu
al-Hijjah
The most important day of Hajj, a day of fasting and supplication.
Significance: Standing at Arafah is the essence of Hajj;
fasting is highly recommended for non-pilgrims.
Did you know? The Prophet (PBUH) said, 'Hajj is Arafah.'
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Eid al-Adha 10 Dhu
al-Hijjah
Festival of Sacrifice, commemorating Prophet Ibrahim's (Abraham)
willingness to sacrifice his son for Allah.
Significance: Celebrated with animal sacrifice, prayers,
and charity.
Did you know? The meat from the sacrifice is distributed among
family, friends, and the needy.
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