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Isra and Mi’raj 2026
Friday, January 16, 2026 · 27 Rajab 1447 AH
About Isra and Mi’raj
Many Muslims remember the Prophet’s ﷺ night journey to Jerusalem and ascension on the night of 27 Rajab; the exact date is not agreed upon. The night begins at Maghrib on Thursday, January 15.
Dates follow the calculated Umm al-Qura calendar. Where your community follows a local moon sighting, the month, and so the event, may begin a day later; follow your masjid.
Questions
When is Isra and Mi’raj 2026?
By the calculated Umm al-Qura calendar, Isra and Mi’raj 2026 is on Friday, January 16, 2026 (27 Rajab 1447 AH). The night begins at Maghrib on Thursday, January 15. Where the month begins with a local moon sighting it may be a day later.
What is Isra and Mi’raj?
Many Muslims remember the Prophet’s ﷺ night journey to Jerusalem and ascension on the night of 27 Rajab; the exact date is not agreed upon.