Islamic Holidays Calendar 2025
Complete list of Islamic holidays and important dates for 2025 (1446-1447 Hijri).
The Islamic calendar is based on lunar cycles, so holiday dates shift approximately 10-11 days earlier each year in the Gregorian calendar. These sacred days hold deep spiritual significance for Muslims worldwide and are marked by special prayers, fasting, and celebrations. Below are the main Islamic holidays and important dates for 2025.
Day of Arafah
The holiest day in Islam when pilgrims gather at Mount Arafah during Hajj.
Eid al-Adha
Festival of Sacrifice commemorating Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to Allah.
Islamic New Year
The first day of the Islamic lunar calendar marking the migration of Prophet Muhammad from Mecca to Medina.
Ashura
A day of fasting commemorating the exodus of Moses and the Israelites from Egypt and the martyrdom of Imam Hussein.
Mawlid al-Nabi
Celebration of the birth of Prophet Muhammad.
Laylat al-Miraj
Commemoration of the Prophet's night journey to Jerusalem and ascension to heaven.
Laylat al-Bara'ah
Night of Forgiveness when Allah forgives sinners who repent sincerely.
Ramadan Start
Beginning of the holy month of fasting, prayer, and reflection.
Laylat al-Qadr
The Night of Power when the first verses of the Quran were revealed to Prophet Muhammad.
Eid al-Fitr
Festival of Breaking the Fast marking the end of Ramadan.
| Holiday | Hijri Date | Gregorian Date | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day of Arafah | 9 Dhul Hijjah 1446 | June 6, 2025 | The holiest day in Islam when pilgrims gather at Mount Arafah during Hajj. |
| Eid al-Adha | 10 Dhul Hijjah 1446 | June 7, 2025 | Festival of Sacrifice commemorating Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to Allah. |
| Islamic New Year | 1 Muharram 1447 | June 28, 2025 | The first day of the Islamic lunar calendar marking the migration of Prophet Muhammad from Mecca to Medina. |
| Ashura | 10 Muharram 1447 | July 7, 2025 | A day of fasting commemorating the exodus of Moses and the Israelites from Egypt and the martyrdom of Imam Hussein. |
| Mawlid al-Nabi | 12 Rabi al-Awwal 1447 | September 7, 2025 | Celebration of the birth of Prophet Muhammad. |
| Laylat al-Miraj | 27 Rajab 1447 | January 18, 2026 | Commemoration of the Prophet's night journey to Jerusalem and ascension to heaven. |
| Laylat al-Bara'ah | 15 Shaban 1447 | February 5, 2026 | Night of Forgiveness when Allah forgives sinners who repent sincerely. |
| Ramadan Start | 1 Ramadan 1447 | February 21, 2026 | Beginning of the holy month of fasting, prayer, and reflection. |
| Laylat al-Qadr | 27 Ramadan 1447 | March 19, 2026 | The Night of Power when the first verses of the Quran were revealed to Prophet Muhammad. |
| Eid al-Fitr | 1 Shawwal 1447 | March 23, 2026 | Festival of Breaking the Fast marking the end of Ramadan. |
Important Note
Islamic holidays begin at sunset on the evening before the date listed. The actual date may vary based on moon sighting in different regions.
These dates are calculated based on astronomical calculations and may differ by 1-2 days from the actual observed dates in your region.