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The Prophet Muhammad's Birthday 2024 in Morocco

Sunni Muslims observe the Prophet Muhammed's (also known as Mohammed or Muhammad) birthday on the 12th day of the Islamic month of Rabi' al-awwal, while Shi'a Muslims mark it on the 17th of this month. Muhammed is believed to be the last prophet.

Is The Prophet Muhammad's Birthday a Public Holiday?

The Prophet Muhammad's Birthday is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.

The Prophet Muhammed was born in Mecca, a city in Saudi Arabia that is revered as holy by Muslims.

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The Prophet Muhammad's Birthday Observances

YearWeekdayDateNameHoliday Type
2019SunNov 10The Prophet Muhammad's BirthdayNational holiday
2020ThuOct 29The Prophet Muhammad's BirthdayNational holiday
2021TueOct 19The Prophet Muhammad's BirthdayNational holiday
2022SunOct 9The Prophet Muhammad's BirthdayNational holiday
2023ThuSep 28The Prophet Muhammad's BirthdayNational holiday
2024MonSep 16The Prophet Muhammad's Birthday (Tentative Date)National holiday
2025FriSep 5The Prophet Muhammad's Birthday (Tentative Date)National holiday
2026WedAug 26The Prophet Muhammad's Birthday (Tentative Date)National holiday
2027SunAug 15The Prophet Muhammad's Birthday (Tentative Date)National holiday
2028ThuAug 3The Prophet Muhammad's Birthday (Tentative Date)National holiday
2029TueJul 24The Prophet Muhammad's Birthday (Tentative Date)National holiday

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