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Mawlid an-Nabi 2026

Tuesday, August 25, 2026 · 12 Rabi al-Awwal 1448 AH

About Mawlid an-Nabi

The 12th of Rabi al-Awwal, observed by many Muslims as the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Practice differs between communities and schools.

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 Mawlid an-Nabi 2026?

By the calculated Umm al-Qura calendar, Mawlid an-Nabi 2026 is on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 (12 Rabi al-Awwal 1448 AH). Where the month begins with a local moon sighting it may be a day later.

What is Mawlid an-Nabi?

The 12th of Rabi al-Awwal, observed by many Muslims as the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Practice differs between communities and schools.

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