12 Rabi al-Awwal
Mawlid an-Nabi
Friday, August 13, 2027 · 304 days to go
The holy night begins on the evening of this day with the Isha prayer and lasts until dawn.
What is Mawlid an-Nabi?
The night on which the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ was born. He was born in Mecca in the year 571 CE, on the twelfth night of the month of Rabi al-Awwal.
What to do
- Send abundant salawat upon the Prophet ﷺ.
- Read about and learn his life, his character and his sunnah.
- Holding a mawlid recitation, offering food and visiting relatives are well-established, beautiful customs in Anatolia.
Mawlid an-Nabi dates (2026 – 2030)
| Year | Date | Hijri |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Monday, August 24, 2026 | 12 Rabi al-Awwal 1448 |
| 2027 | Friday, August 13, 2027 | 12 Rabi al-Awwal 1449 |
| 2028 | Wednesday, August 2, 2028 | 12 Rabi al-Awwal 1450 |
| 2029 | Monday, July 23, 2029 | 12 Rabi al-Awwal 1451 |
| 2030 | Friday, July 12, 2030 | 12 Rabi al-Awwal 1452 |
Dates follow the 2026–2030 list of Islamic holidays published by Diyanet (Turkish Presidency of Religious Affairs). Holy nights begin on the evening of the listed day.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Mawlid an-Nabi?
In 2027, Mawlid an-Nabi falls on Friday, August 13, 2027. Because it follows the Hijri calendar, its Gregorian date moves about eleven days earlier each year; the table on this page lists its dates through 2030.
What is Mawlid an-Nabi?
The night on which the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ was born. He was born in Mecca in the year 571 CE, on the twelfth night of the month of Rabi al-Awwal.
Which day of the Hijri calendar is Mawlid an-Nabi?
Mawlid an-Nabi is on 12 Rabi al-Awwal in the Hijri calendar. Because the Hijri day begins at sunset, it is common to observe this night on the evening before.
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