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When is Mawlid an-Nabi?

Updated July 2026

Mawlid an-Nabi commemorates the birth of the Prophet Muhammad. It is most commonly observed on the twelfth of Rabi al-Awwal; some mark it on the seventeenth, and observance varies between communities. In 2026 the twelfth of Rabi al-Awwal falls around Wednesday, August 26, 2026.

Dates by year

YearGregorian date
2025Friday, September 5, 2025
2026Wednesday, August 26, 2026
2027Sunday, August 15, 2027
2028Thursday, August 3, 2028
2029Tuesday, July 24, 2029
2030Saturday, July 13, 2030
2031Wednesday, July 2, 2031
2032Monday, June 21, 2032

Approximate (tabular) — the exact day depends on the local moon sighting.

What is its significance?

Whether and how to observe the Mawlid differs across schools and communities — some hold gatherings of praise and remembrance, while others do not observe it. Living Quran provides the date without ruling on the practice; questions of observance are matters for your own tradition and local scholars.

Frequently asked questions

When is Mawlid an-Nabi in 2026?

Mawlid an-Nabi in 2026 is expected around Wednesday, August 26, 2026, subject to local moon sighting.

When is Mawlid an-Nabi in 2027?

Mawlid an-Nabi in 2027 is expected around Sunday, August 15, 2027, subject to local moon sighting.

When is Mawlid an-Nabi in 2028?

Mawlid an-Nabi in 2028 is expected around Thursday, August 3, 2028, subject to local moon sighting.

What is the significance of Mawlid an-Nabi?

Whether and how to observe the Mawlid differs across schools and communities — some hold gatherings of praise and remembrance, while others do not observe it. Living Quran provides the date without ruling on the practice; questions of observance are matters for your own tradition and local scholars.

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