The main Islamic holidays in 2027 are Ramadan (from 8 February), Eid al-Fitr (9 March), the Day of Arafah (15 May), Eid al-Adha (16 May), the Islamic New Year (6 June) and Ashura (15 June). The dates below follow the Umm al-Qura calendar and can move by one day depending on the moon sighting in your country. Islamic days begin at sunset, so the evening before each date is the start of the occasion.
Islamic holidays 2027 at a glance
The Islamic year 1448 AH runs until early June 2027, and 1449 AH begins on 6 June 2027. The list is in date order.
- Isra and Mi'raj (27 Rajab 1448): Tuesday, 5 January 2027
- Mid-Sha'ban (15 Sha'ban 1448): Saturday, 23 January 2027
- First day of Ramadan (1 Ramadan 1448): Monday, 8 February 2027
- Laylat al-Qadr, 27th night (a commonly held view): begins at sunset on Friday, 5 March 2027
- Eid al-Fitr (1 Shawwal 1448): Tuesday, 9 March 2027
- First ten days of Dhul Hijjah begin: Friday, 7 May 2027
- Day of Arafah (9 Dhul Hijjah 1448): Saturday, 15 May 2027
- Eid al-Adha (10 Dhul Hijjah 1448): Sunday, 16 May 2027
- Days of Tashreeq (11 to 13 Dhul Hijjah): Monday 17 to Wednesday 19 May 2027
- Islamic New Year (1 Muharram 1449): Sunday, 6 June 2027
- Day of Ashura (10 Muharram 1449): Tuesday, 15 June 2027
- Mawlid an-Nabi (12 Rabi al-Awwal 1449): Saturday, 14 August 2027
Our Islamic events page describes each occasion, and the Hijri calendar shows today's date in the Islamic calendar.
The two Eids
Islam has two annual festivals, and both are established by authentic reports from the Prophet (peace be upon him).
Eid al-Fitr 2027
Eid al-Fitr, the Festival of Breaking the Fast, marks the end of Ramadan on 1 Shawwal. In 2027 it is expected on Tuesday, 9 March. If the crescent is not sighted on the evening of 8 March, Ramadan completes 30 days and Eid is on 10 March. The day starts with Eid prayer, and Muslims pay Zakat al-Fitr before it. Fasting on this day is forbidden.
Eid al-Adha 2027
Eid al-Adha, the Festival of Sacrifice, falls on 10 Dhul Hijjah and recalls the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to obey Allah. In 2027 it is expected on Sunday, 16 May. It follows the Day of Arafah on 15 May, the most important day of the Hajj pilgrimage. Muslims who are not performing Hajj often fast on the Day of Arafah. The prophetic report says this fast expiates the sins of the previous and the coming year (Sahih Muslim).
The Udhiyah (sacrifice) can be offered on the day of Eid and the three days of Tashreeq that follow, from 16 to 19 May 2027.
Ramadan and the nights within it
Ramadan 1448 begins on Monday, 8 February 2027 and the fast continues until Eid. The last ten nights, when Muslims seek Laylat al-Qadr, start at sunset on 27 February. See when Ramadan 2027 starts for the full timeline and how the start date is decided, and our guide to Laylat al-Qadr.
Islamic New Year and Ashura
The Islamic New Year, 1 Muharram, marks the Hijra of the Prophet (peace be upon him) from Makkah to Madinah. In the Islamic calendar the count of years begins from that event, not from the birth of the Prophet. The new year 1449 AH begins on 6 June 2027.
Ashura on 10 Muharram is a day of fasting. The Prophet (peace be upon him) fasted it, and said that he would also fast the 9th the following year (Sahih Muslim). Many Muslims therefore fast the 9th and 10th. In 2027 the 9th is Monday, 14 June and the 10th is Tuesday, 15 June. Muharram is also one of the four sacred months.
Other dates many Muslims observe
- Isra and Mi'raj commemorates the Prophet's night journey to Jerusalem and ascension. The 27th of Rajab is the date commonly used, though scholars say the exact date is not established.
- Mid-Sha'ban (15 Sha'ban). Views differ on special observances. Fasting during Sha'ban is recommended in general.
- Mawlid an-Nabi (12 Rabi al-Awwal) is the birth of the Prophet. Some communities celebrate it publicly and others do not. We list the date because it is widely observed and searched.
- The white days (13, 14 and 15 of each Hijri month) are recommended days for voluntary fasting.
Why Islamic holiday dates change every year
The Islamic calendar follows the moon, and a lunar year has about 354 days, 10 or 11 days fewer than the Gregorian year. Every Islamic occasion therefore arrives about 11 days earlier on the Gregorian calendar each year. For example, Eid al-Adha 2026 is on or around 27 May, and in 2027 it is on 16 May.
The start of each month is decided by the sighting of the crescent or by astronomical calculation, depending on the country. A one-day difference between countries is common. To convert a specific date, use the Hijri date converter, and for the background read our guide to the Islamic calendar months.
Frequently asked questions
When is Eid al-Adha 2027?
Eid al-Adha 2027 is expected on Sunday, 16 May 2027 (10 Dhul Hijjah 1448). The Day of Arafah is the day before, Saturday, 15 May.
When is the Islamic New Year 2027?
The Islamic New Year 1449 AH is expected on Sunday, 6 June 2027. Ashura follows on Tuesday, 15 June 2027.
When is Ramadan 2027?
Ramadan 2027 is expected to begin on Monday, 8 February 2027 and end with Eid al-Fitr on 9 March 2027.
Are the dates the same in every country?
Not always. Countries decide the month by moon sighting or calculation, so a date can be one day earlier or later. Follow the announcement of your own country.
Which Islamic holidays are public holidays?
It depends on the country. Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha are public holidays in most Muslim-majority countries, and many also give a day for the Islamic New Year or the Mawlid.
Dates use the Umm al-Qura calendar and were checked in October 2026. Official announcements in your country take priority.