Islamic Events 2026 Calendar - All Muslim Holidays & Dates

Complete Islamic Calendar for 2026

Planning your year around Islamic events is essential for every Muslim. Our comprehensive Islamic Events 2026 calendar includes all major Islamic holidays, observances, and blessed days throughout the year.

Major Islamic Months in 2026

Muharram 1447 (July 2025 - August 2025) - The Islamic New Year Ramadan 1447 (February - March 2026) - The Month of Fasting Shawwal 1447 (March - April 2026) - Month of Eid al-Fitr Dhul Hijjah 1447 (May - June 2026) - Month of Hajj & Eid al-Adha

Why Keep Track of Islamic Dates?

1. Plan Ahead for Fasting: Know when Ramadan starts to prepare spiritually and practically
2. Schedule Time Off: Request vacation days for Eid celebrations in advance
3. Community Events: Coordinate family gatherings and mosque activities
4. Spiritual Preparation: Prepare for blessed days like Ashura, Laylatul Qadr, and the Day of Arafah
5. Zakat Planning: Track your Zakat anniversary and due dates

Understanding Islamic Date Calculations

Islamic dates are based on the lunar cycle, with each month beginning at the sighting of the new moon. This means:

• Islamic months alternate between 29 and 30 days
• The Islamic year is approximately 11 days shorter than the Gregorian year
• Dates can vary by 1-2 days based on local moon sighting
• Different regions may celebrate on different days

Blessed Days to Remember

Days of Fasting

• Mondays and Thursdays (Sunnah fast)
• Ayyam al-Bid (13th, 14th, 15th of each Hijri month)
• Day of Ashura (10th Muharram) with 9th or 11th
• Day of Arafah (9th Dhul Hijjah) for non-pilgrims
• Six days of Shawwal after Eid al-Fitr

Night Prayers

• Laylatul Qadr (Night of Power) - Last 10 nights of Ramadan
• Laylatul Bara’ah (Night of Forgiveness) - 15th Sha’ban

Download Your Free Cheatsheet

Print our one-page Islamic Events 2026 cheatsheet and keep it:

• On your refrigerator for quick reference
• At your desk for work planning
• In your planner or journal
• Shared with family and friends