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Isra and Mi'raj, also known as Al Isra' wal Miraj, is observed on the 27th day of the month of Rajab, the seventh month in the Islamic calendar. This event marks the night that Allah (God) took Mohammad (also known as Mohamed or Muhammed) on a journey from Mecca to Jerusalem and then to heaven.
Is Isra and Mi'raj a Public Holiday?
Isra and Mi'raj is a public holiday in 4 states, where it is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
The Prophet Mohammad traveled from Mecca to Jerusalem, pictured above.
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About Isra and Mi'raj
Read more about Isra and Mi'raj.Isra and Mi'raj Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type | Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Paz | 22 Mar | Isra and Mi'raj | State Holiday | KDH, NSN, PLS, TRG |
| 2021 | Per | 11 Mar | Isra and Mi'raj | State Holiday | KDH, NSN, PLS, TRG |
| 2022 | Sal | 1 Mar | Isra and Mi'raj | State Holiday | KDH, NSN, PLS, TRG |
| 2023 | Cmt | 18 Şub | Isra and Mi'raj | State Holiday | KDH, NSN, PLS, TRG |
| 2024 | Per | 8 Şub | Isra and Mi'raj | State Holiday | KDH, NSN, PLS, TRG |
| 2025 | Pzt | 27 Oca | Isra and Mi'raj | State Holiday | KDH, NSN, PLS, TRG |
| 2026 | Cum | 16 Oca | Isra and Mi'raj (Tentative Date) | State Holiday | KDH, NSN, PLS, TRG |
| 2027 | Çar | 6 Oca | Isra and Mi'raj (Tentative Date) | State Holiday | KDH, NSN, PLS, TRG |
| 2027 | Paz | 26 Ara | Isra and Mi'raj (Tentative Date) | State Holiday | KDH, NSN, PLS, TRG |
| 2028 | Per | 14 Ara | Isra and Mi'raj (Tentative Date) | State Holiday | KDH, NSN, PLS, TRG |
| 2029 | Sal | 4 Ara | Isra and Mi'raj (Tentative Date) | State Holiday | KDH, NSN, PLS, TRG |
| 2030 | Cmt | 23 Kas | Isra and Mi'raj (Tentative Date) | State Holiday | KDH, NSN, PLS, TRG |
While we diligently research and update our holiday dates, some of the information in the table above may be preliminary. If you find an error, please let us know.
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