Dhul Hijjah 2026 (1448)
Dhū al-Ḥijjah is the twelfth and final month of the Islamic calendar. Dhū al-Ḥijjah 2026 ( 1448 ) starts from 18 May to 20 June. It includes Hajj and Eid al-Adha, making it a highly sacred month.
Dhul Hijjah 2026 (1448) Calendar
| Gregorian Date | Hijri Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 18-May, 2026 | 30-Dhu al-Qadah-1447 | Monday |
| 19-May, 2026 | 1-Dhu al-Hijjah-1447 | Tuesday |
| 20-May, 2026 | 2-Dhu al-Hijjah-1447 | Wednesday |
| 21-May, 2026 | 3-Dhu al-Hijjah-1447 | Thursday |
| 22-May, 2026 | 4-Dhu al-Hijjah-1447 | Friday |
| 23-May, 2026 | 5-Dhu al-Hijjah-1447 | Saturday |
| 24-May, 2026 | 6-Dhu al-Hijjah-1447 | Sunday |
| 25-May, 2026 | 7-Dhu al-Hijjah-1447 | Monday |
| 26-May, 2026 | 8-Dhu al-Hijjah-1447 | Tuesday |
| 27-May, 2026 | 9-Dhu al-Hijjah-1447 | Wednesday |
| 28-May, 2026 | 10-Dhu al-Hijjah-1447 | Thursday |
| 29-May, 2026 | 11-Dhu al-Hijjah-1447 | Friday |
| 30-May, 2026 | 12-Dhu al-Hijjah-1447 | Saturday |
| 31-May, 2026 | 13-Dhu al-Hijjah-1447 | Sunday |
| 01-June, 2026 | 14-Dhu al-Hijjah-1447 | Monday |
| 02-June, 2026 | 15-Dhu al-Hijjah-1447 | Tuesday |
| 03-June, 2026 | 16-Dhu al-Hijjah-1447 | Wednesday |
| 04-June, 2026 | 17-Dhu al-Hijjah-1447 | Thursday |
| 05-June, 2026 | 18-Dhu al-Hijjah-1447 | Friday |
| 06-June, 2026 | 19-Dhu al-Hijjah-1447 | Saturday |
| 07-June, 2026 | 20-Dhu al-Hijjah-1447 | Sunday |
| 08-June, 2026 | 21-Dhu al-Hijjah-1447 | Monday |
| 09-June, 2026 | 22-Dhu al-Hijjah-1447 | Tuesday |
| 10-June, 2026 | 23-Dhu al-Hijjah-1447 | Wednesday |
| 11-June, 2026 | 24-Dhu al-Hijjah-1447 | Thursday |
| 12-June, 2026 | 25-Dhu al-Hijjah-1447 | Friday |
| 13-June, 2026 | 26-Dhu al-Hijjah-1447 | Saturday |
| 14-June, 2026 | 27-Dhu al-Hijjah-1447 | Sunday |
| 15-June, 2026 | 28-Dhu al-Hijjah-1447 | Monday |
| 16-June, 2026 | 29-Dhu al-Hijjah-1447 | Tuesday |
| 17-June, 2026 | 30-Dhu al-Hijjah-1447 | Wednesday |
| 18-June, 2026 | 1-Muharram-1448 | Thursday |
| 19-June, 2026 | 2-Muharram-1448 | Friday |
Important Islamic Dates
Rajab Start
December 21, 2025
Isra and Mi'raj
January 17, 2026
Mid-Sha'ban (Shab-e-Barat)
February 3, 2026
Ramadan Start
February 18, 2026
Laylat al-Qadr
March 16, 2026
Ramadan End
March 19, 2026
Eid al Fitr
March 20, 2026
Day of Arafah
May 24, 2026
Hajj Start
May 25, 2026
Eid al Adha
May 27, 2026
Hajj End
May 30, 2026
Islamic New Year
June 15, 2026
Day of Ashura
June 24, 2026
Mawlid al-Nabi
August 25, 2026
Islamic Months
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About Dhul Hijjah
Hajj Month
Hajj, the fifth pillar of Islam, is performed during the first 10 days of Dhu al-Hijjah.
Eid al-Adha
On the 10th of Dhu al-Hijjah, Muslims celebrate Eid al-Adha with sacrifice and charity.
Ten Blessed Days
The first 10 days are considered the best days of the year in good deeds and worship.
Forgiveness and Renewal
It’s a time of deep devotion, forgiveness, and drawing near to Allah.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dhul Hijjah
What is Hajj and when does it occur?
Hajj is the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, performed from the 8th to 12th of Dhu al-Hijjah. It's one of the Five Pillars of Islam and obligatory for those who are able.
When does Dhu al-Hijjah occur?
Dhu al-Hijjah is the twelfth and final month of the Islamic lunar calendar. The dates vary each year based on lunar calculations.
What is Eid al-Adha?
Eid al-Adha, the Festival of Sacrifice, is celebrated on the 10th day of Dhu al-Hijjah. It commemorates Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice his son for Allah.
What are the first ten days of Dhu al-Hijjah?
The first ten days of Dhu al-Hijjah are considered the most blessed days of the year. Muslims are encouraged to increase their worship, fasting, and good deeds during this period.
What is Qurbani (Udhiya)?
Qurbani is the ritual sacrifice of an animal (usually sheep, goat, cow, or camel) performed during Eid al-Adha to commemorate Prophet Ibrahim's sacrifice and to help feed the needy.
How do non-pilgrims observe Dhu al-Hijjah?
Non-pilgrims can observe by fasting the first nine days, especially the Day of Arafah, performing Qurbani, increasing prayers and dhikr, and giving charity to support pilgrims and the needy.