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The Islamic Hijri calendar 2026 spans two Hijri years — 1447 AH and 1448 AH — with major events including Ramadan (18 Feb–19 Mar), Eid al-Fitr (20 Mar), Eid al-Adha (27 May), the Islamic New Year (16 Jun), Ashura (25 Jun), and Mawlid al-Nabi (25 Aug); all dates are subject to moon sighting and may vary by 1–2 days.
Key Takeaways
- Ramadan 2026: 18 February – 19 March 2026 (1447 AH). UK crescent sighted evening of 17 Feb.
- Laylat al-Qadr 2026: Seek it on the last ten odd nights of Ramadan; most likely 16–17 March 2026 (27th night).
- Eid al-Fitr 2026: 20 March 2026 — end of Ramadan, 1 Shawwal 1447 AH.
- Day of Arafah 2026: 26 May 2026 (9 Dhul Hijjah) — the most blessed day of the year.
- Eid al-Adha 2026: 27 May 2026 — 10 Dhul Hijjah 1447 AH.
- Islamic New Year 1448 AH: 16 June 2026 — 1 Muharram 1448 AH.
- Ashura 2026: 25 June 2026 — 10 Muharram 1448 AH; recommended fast.
- Mawlid al-Nabi 2026: 25 August 2026 — 12 Rabi al-Awwal 1448 AH.
What is the Islamic Hijri calendar?
The Islamic Hijri calendar is a purely lunar calendar of 12 months totalling 354 or 355 days — approximately 11 days shorter than the Gregorian solar year. Each month begins with the confirmed sighting of the new crescent moon (hilal). Because it is shorter than the solar year, Islamic dates cycle backward through the Gregorian calendar by roughly 11 days each year, completing a full rotation every 33 years.
The calendar is dated from the Hijrah — the Prophet Muhammad's ﷺ migration from Makkah to Madinah in 622 CE — giving it the name "Hijri" (AH = Anno Hegirae, "in the year of the Hijrah"). The year 2026 in the Gregorian calendar spans two Hijri years: the latter months of 1447 AH (January–June 2026) and the start of 1448 AH (June–December 2026).
When are all the Islamic months in 2026?
Below are all 12 Hijri months falling within the Gregorian year 2026, with their approximate start dates and key events. The four sacred months (Ashur al-Hurum) are Dhul Qadah, Dhul Hijjah, Muharram, and Rajab — established in the Quran (9:36).
Ramadan 1447 (9th month) — 18 Feb to 19 Mar 2026
Ramadan fasting; Laylat al-Qadr (~16 Mar); I'tikaf; Zakat al-Fitr.
Shawwal 1447 (10th month) — 20 Mar to 18 Apr 2026
Eid al-Fitr (20 Mar); Six fasts of Shawwal.
Dhul Qadah 1447 (11th — sacred) — 19 Apr to 17 May 2026
Sacred month; Umrah season; Hajj preparation.
Dhul Hijjah 1447 (12th — sacred) — 18 May to 15 Jun 2026
First 10 days (most blessed); Day of Arafah (26 May); Eid al-Adha & Qurbani (27 May); Hajj (25–30 May).
Muharram 1448 (1st — sacred) — 16 Jun to 14 Jul 2026
Islamic New Year 1448 AH; Ashura fast (25 Jun); best voluntary fast month.
Safar 1448 (2nd) — 15 Jul to 13 Aug 2026
Month of the Hijrah departure; Islam rejects pre-Islamic superstitions about Safar.
Rabi al-Awwal 1448 (3rd) — 14 Aug to 11 Sep 2026
Mawlid al-Nabi (25 Aug) — the Prophet's birth.
Rabi al-Thani 1448 (4th) — 12 Sep to 11 Oct 2026
Regular month; voluntary worship.
Jumada al-Ula 1448 (5th) — 12 Oct to 10 Nov 2026
Regular month.
Jumada al-Akhira 1448 (6th) — 11 Nov to 9 Dec 2026
Regular month.
Rajab 1448 (7th — sacred) — 10 Dec 2026 to 8 Jan 2027
Sacred month; voluntary fasting; Isra wal Mi'raj observed in Rajab.
What are the most important Islamic dates in 2026?
Of the dozens of notable days in the Hijri calendar, several carry exceptional religious significance — either as obligatory observances, major festivals, or nights of immense spiritual reward.
- 18 Feb – 19 Mar 2026 — Ramadan 2026: The ninth and holiest month — obligatory fasting from dawn to dusk. The Quran was revealed in Ramadan.
- ~16 Mar 2026 — Laylat al-Qadr: The Night of Power — "better than a thousand months" (Quran 97:3). Worship on this one night outweighs 83+ years.
- 20 Mar 2026 — Eid al-Fitr 2026: Festival of breaking the fast — Eid prayer, Zakat al-Fitr, family gatherings. 1 Shawwal 1447 AH.
- 26 May 2026 — Day of Arafah: The pinnacle of Hajj (9 Dhul Hijjah). Fasting for non-pilgrims expiates sins of two years. The most blessed day of the year.
- 27 May 2026 — Eid al-Adha & Qurbani 2026: Festival of sacrifice. 10 Dhul Hijjah 1447 AH.
- 25–30 May 2026 — Hajj 2026: The annual pilgrimage to Makkah — the fifth pillar of Islam.
- 16 Jun 2026 — Islamic New Year 1448 AH: 1 Muharram 1448 AH. Muharram is a sacred month and the best month for voluntary fasting after Ramadan.
- 25 Jun 2026 — Day of Ashura 2026: 10 Muharram — fasting expiates the minor sins of the previous year (Sahih Muslim). Also marks the martyrdom of Imam Husayn.
- 25 Aug 2026 — Mawlid al-Nabi 2026: 12 Rabi al-Awwal — the birth of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
How does the Islamic Hijri calendar 2026 compare to recent years?
Because the Islamic lunar year is roughly 11 days shorter than the Gregorian year, key Islamic dates shift earlier each year relative to the Gregorian calendar. Ramadan start: 11 Mar (2024) → 1 Mar (2025) → 18 Feb (2026). Eid al-Fitr: 10 Apr → 30 Mar → 20 Mar. Eid al-Adha: 16 Jun → 6 Jun → 27 May. Islamic New Year: 7 Jul → 26 Jun → 16 Jun. Ashura: 17 Jul → 5 Jul → 25 Jun. Mawlid al-Nabi: 15 Sep → 4 Sep → 25 Aug.
Which months are the four sacred months in 2026?
The four sacred months (Ashur al-Hurum) established in the Quran (9:36) are Dhul Qadah, Dhul Hijjah, Muharram, and Rajab. In 2026: Dhul Qadah 1447 (19 Apr – 17 May); Dhul Hijjah 1447 (18 May – 15 Jun) — Hajj and Qurbani; Muharram 1448 (16 Jun – 14 Jul) — Islamic New Year and Ashura; Rajab 1448 (10 Dec 2026 – 8 Jan 2027). Good deeds carry amplified reward in all four sacred months, and conflict is forbidden.
What is the Gregorian year 2026 in the Islamic calendar?
The Gregorian year 2026 corresponds to the final months of 1447 AH (Muharram 1447 to Dhul Hijjah 1447) and the opening months of 1448 AH (from 16 June 2026). To convert a specific date, use an astronomical Hijri calculator. The official calendar in Saudi Arabia (Umm al-Qura) uses calculation, while many Muslim communities — including in the UK — follow local crescent moon sighting, which may differ by 1–2 days.
Frequently asked questions about the Islamic Hijri calendar 2026
What are the key dates in the Islamic calendar 2026?
Key dates: Ramadan 18 Feb–19 Mar; Laylat al-Qadr ~16 Mar; Eid al-Fitr 20 Mar; Day of Arafah 26 May; Eid al-Adha 27 May; Islamic New Year 16 Jun; Ashura 25 Jun; Safar 15 Jul; Mawlid al-Nabi 25 Aug. All subject to moon sighting.
When does Ramadan start in 2026?
Ramadan 2026 begins on Wednesday 18 February 2026. In the UK the crescent may be sighted on the evening of 17 February. Ramadan ends on approximately 19 March 2026, with Eid al-Fitr on 20 March.
When is Eid al-Fitr 2026?
Eid al-Fitr 2026 falls on Friday 20 March 2026. It marks the end of Ramadan fasting and the beginning of Shawwal 1447 AH.
When is Eid al-Adha 2026?
Eid al-Adha 2026 falls on Wednesday 27 May 2026 (10 Dhul Hijjah 1447 AH). The Day of Arafah is 26 May 2026.
When is the Islamic New Year 2026?
The Islamic New Year 1448 AH begins on 16 June 2026 (1 Muharram 1448 AH). It is a time of reflection and increased worship.
When is Mawlid al-Nabi 2026?
Mawlid al-Nabi 2026 falls on Tuesday 25 August 2026 (12 Rabi al-Awwal 1448 AH).
How many Hijri years does 2026 span?
The Gregorian year 2026 spans two Hijri years: the latter part of 1447 AH (January–June 2026) and the beginning of 1448 AH (from 16 June 2026).
When is Laylat al-Qadr 2026?
Laylat al-Qadr 2026 is most likely on the 27th night of Ramadan — the evening of 16–17 March 2026. Seek it across the last ten odd nights.
When is Ashura 2026?
The Day of Ashura 2026 falls on 25 June 2026 (10 Muharram 1448 AH). The recommended practice is to fast on both 24 and 25 June.