Islamic Holidays Calculator
Calculate dates for major Islamic holidays including Ramadan, Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha, and more. Get accurate dates for any year with detailed explanations.
| Year | Ramadan Start | Eid al-Fitr | Eid al-Adha | Mawlid al-Nabi | Ashura |
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About Islamic Holidays
Islamic holidays are rich in tradition and meaning, each with its own unique customs and observances. Our calculator helps you determine the exact dates for these important occasions:
Major Holidays
- Ramadan: The holy month of fasting and spiritual reflection
- Eid al-Fitr: The Festival of Breaking the Fast, marking the end of Ramadan
- Eid al-Adha: The Festival of Sacrifice, commemorating Prophet Ibrahim's devotion
- Mawlid al-Nabi: The birthday of Prophet Muhammad
- Ashura: Commemorating various historical events in Islamic tradition
Other Important Dates
- Laylat al-Qadr: The Night of Power, believed to be the night the Quran was first revealed
- Laylat al-Isra: The Night Journey and Ascension of Prophet Muhammad
- Laylat al-Bara'at: The Night of Forgiveness
- Laylat al-Raghaib: The Night of Wishes
Special Observances
- Jumu'ah: The weekly congregational prayer on Fridays
- Ramadan Fasting: Daily fasting from dawn to sunset during Ramadan
- Hajj: The annual pilgrimage to Mecca
- Umrah: The lesser pilgrimage that can be performed at any time
How to Use The Calculator?
Our Islamic Holidays Calculator provides accurate dates for major Islamic holidays based on astronomical calculations. Here's how to use it:
Getting Started
- Enter the desired year in the input field (1900-2100)
- Click "Calculate" to see all holiday dates for that year
- Each holiday card shows the date and includes additional information
Understanding the Results
- Dates are shown in the Gregorian calendar
- Holidays begin at sunset on the evening before their listed date
- Some holidays have multiple days or special observances
- Additional details are provided for each holiday
Important Notes
- All dates are based on astronomical calculations
- Actual holiday dates may vary based on local moon sightings
- Different Muslim communities may observe holidays on slightly different dates
- Dates are calculated for the Mecca timezone
About the Islamic Calendar
The Islamic calendar (Hijri calendar) is a lunar calendar based on the moon's phases. It consists of 12 months, each beginning with the sighting of the new moon. This system means that Islamic holidays shift earlier by about 11 days each year in the Gregorian calendar.
- Years are counted from the Hijra (622 CE), when Prophet Muhammad migrated from Mecca to Medina
- Each month is either 29 or 30 days, based on lunar observations
- The calendar is purely lunar, not adjusted to match the solar year
- Holidays begin at sunset on the evening before their calendar date