Islamic holidays 2027 follow the Hijri lunar calendar, so every date below is expected rather than confirmed. Each occasion has a fixed Hijri date, but its Gregorian date depends on moon sighting and can land one day later than the calculated date. This guide lists the main dates for the year, explains which ones are festivals and which are sacred days, and shows how to plan around them in the USA.
Islamic Holidays 2027 at a Glance
The first column follows the Umm al-Qura calendar. The second shows the next likely day if your community starts its month a day later. Islamic days begin at sunset, so occasions marked as nights start on the evening of the date shown.
| Occasion | Expected date | Could also fall on |
|---|---|---|
| Isra and Mi’raj | Wed, Jan 6 | Thu, Jan 7 |
| Shab-e-Barat (night) | Sat, Jan 23 | Sun, Jan 24 |
| First day of Ramadan | Mon, Feb 8 | Tue, Feb 9 |
| Laylat al-Qadr, 27th night | Fri, Mar 5 | Sat, Mar 6 |
| Eid al-Fitr | Tue, Mar 9 | Wed, Mar 10 |
| Day of Arafah | Sat, May 15 | Sun, May 16 |
| Eid al-Adha | Sun, May 16 | Mon, May 17 |
| Islamic New Year | Sun, Jun 6 | Mon, Jun 7 |
| Day of Ashura | Tue, Jun 15 | Wed, Jun 16 |
| Mawlid al-Nabi | Sun, Aug 15 | Mon, Aug 16 |
Several of these have their own guides. Read more about Ramadan 2027 dates, Eid al-Fitr 2027 dates, Eid al-Adha 2027 dates, Muharram 2027 dates and the Shab-e-Barat 2027 date.
Which Islamic Holidays 2027 Are Fixed and Which Are Expected?
Not every item among the Islamic holidays 2027 is a holiday in the same sense, and none of them has a fixed Gregorian date. What is fixed is the Hijri date, such as 1 Shawwal for Eid al-Fitr and 10 Dhul Hijjah for Eid al-Adha. The month begins only when the crescent is sighted, which is why the UAE Astronomy Centre, as reported by Khaleej Times, gives ranges such as May 7 or 8 for the start of Dhul Hijjah. In practice the dates fall into three groups.
- The two Eids. Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha are the only festivals. These are the days most families take off work or school, and the final date is announced close to the day.
- Sacred days and nights. Isra and Mi’raj, Shab-e-Barat, Laylat al-Qadr, the Day of Arafah and Ashura are days of worship, fasting or remembrance, not festivals. Laylat al-Qadr is not tied to one date and is sought on the odd nights of the last ten days of Ramadan, with the 27th being the most widely observed.
- Occasions that communities observe differently. Scholars differ on how to treat Shab-e-Barat and Mawlid al-Nabi. Some Shia communities also mark the Prophet’s birthday on 17 Rabi al-Awwal, which falls around August 20.
Planning Your Year Around Islamic Holidays 2027
Islamic holidays 2027 are not federal holidays in the USA, so time off is arranged with your employer or school. Ask early for both possible days of Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha, then confirm the final day once your mosque announces it. Moon sighting for each month takes place on the evening of the 29th of the previous month, so watch for announcements a day before each date. For example, the Dhul Hijjah crescent is expected to be looked for on May 6 or 7.
Communities in the USA do not all use the same method, so neighboring mosques can differ by a day. ING publishes a calendar of key Islamic dates for readers in the USA and notes that dates differ between sources.
Many families plan their giving around Islamic holidays 2027 too. Zakat and sadaqah are common in Ramadan, zakat al-fitr is paid before Eid al-Fitr and Qurbani is performed in Dhul Hijjah. Voluntary charity is welcome in every month. To see how the types of giving differ, read our article on sadaqah and zakat.
Quick Answers About Islamic Holidays 2027
Q1. When does Ramadan start in 2027?
It is expected on Monday, February 8, and may start on Tuesday, February 9 depending on moon sighting.
Q2. Are Islamic holidays 2027 public holidays in the USA?
No. They are not federal holidays. Some schools and employers may give time off, so check your own calendar and ask early.
Q3. What is the first Islamic occasion of 2027?
Isra and Mi’raj, expected around January 6, is the first major occasion of the year.
Q4. When is the Islamic New Year in 2027?
It is expected on Sunday, June 6, which is 1 Muharram 1449, and may fall on June 7.
Q5. Why do Islamic dates move every year?
The Hijri year is about 11 days shorter than the solar year, so every occasion arrives roughly 11 days earlier each year.