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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 Milad-Un-Nabi a Public Holiday?
Milad-Un-Nabi 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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About Milad-Un-Nabi
Read more about Milad-Un-Nabi.Milad-Un-Nabi Observances
Holiday currently only shown for years 2014–2026.
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Tue | Jan 14 | Milad-Un-Nabi | Public Holiday |
| 2015 | Sat | Jan 3 | Milad-Un-Nabi | Public Holiday |
| 2015 | Sun | Jan 4 | Milad-Un-Nabi | Public Holiday |
| 2015 | Thu | Dec 24 | Milad-Un-Nabi | Public Holiday |
| 2015 | Thu | Dec 24 | Milad-Un-Nabi | Public Holiday |
| 2016 | Mon | Dec 12 | Milad-Un-Nabi | Public Holiday |
| 2017 | Fri | Dec 1 | Milad-Un-Nabi | Public Holiday |
| 2018 | Tue | Nov 20 | Milad-Un-Nabi | Public Holiday |
| 2019 | Sun | Nov 10 | Milad-Un-Nabi | Public Holiday |
| 2020 | Thu | Oct 29 | Milad-Un-Nabi | Public Holiday |
| 2021 | Tue | Oct 19 | Milad-Un-Nabi | Public Holiday |
| 2022 | Sun | Oct 9 | Milad-Un-Nabi | Public Holiday |
| 2023 | Thu | Sep 28 | Milad-Un-Nabi | Public Holiday |
| 2024 | Mon | Sep 16 | Milad-Un-Nabi | Public Holiday |
| 2025 | Fri | Sep 5 | Milad-Un-Nabi | Public Holiday |
| 2026 | Wed | Aug 26 | Milad-Un-Nabi (Tentative Date) | Public Holiday |
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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