Next Muharram / Islamic New year holiday is on

17th June 2026, Wednesday

What is Muharram / Islamic New year?

Muharram / Islamic New year

Muharram is the first month of the Islamic calendar. It is also the beginning of a new Islamic year that many Muslims consider a cultural event. The Islamic New Year does not matter on the basis of religion. Nevertheless, many Muslims take this opportunity to remember the events of the life of the beloved Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). On that day, some also remember the Hegira of the Prophet (peace be upon him) and his companions to the city called Medina.

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When is Muharram / Islamic New year?

How long until Muharram / Islamic New year?
Next Muharram / Islamic New year takes place in 316 Days.
Dates of Muharram / Islamic New year
YearWeekdayDate
2030 Saturday4th May
2029 Tuesday15th May
2028 Friday26th May
2027 Monday7th Jun
2026 Wednesday17th Jun
2025 Friday27th Jun
2024 Monday8th Jul
2023 Thursday20th Jul
2022 Sunday31st Jul
2021 Tuesday10th Aug
2020 Friday21st Aug
2019 Sunday1st Sep
2018 Wednesday12th Sep
2017 Friday22nd Sep
2016 Monday3rd Oct
2015 Thursday15th Oct
Duration
1 Day

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