Muslim Religious Holidays 2029
7 events · Dates are approximate where noted
Ramadan Begins
ObservanceJanuary 14
The holy month of fasting begins. Muslims fast from dawn to sunset for 29–30 days.
Eid al-Fitr
FeastFebruary 12
The Festival of Breaking the Fast at the end of Ramadan.
Day of Arafah
ObservanceApril 23
The holiest day of the Islamic year; non-pilgrims are encouraged to fast.
Eid al-Adha
FeastApril 24
The Festival of Sacrifice; Muslims pray, sacrifice an animal, and distribute meat.
Islamic New Year (1 Muharram)
ObservanceMay 14
The first day of the Islamic lunar new year.
Ashura
ObservanceMay 23
Observed on the 10th of Muharram with fasting or mourning depending on tradition.
Mawlid al-Nabi (Prophet's Birthday)
ObservanceAugust 2
Commemorates the birth of the Prophet Muhammad.