Orthodox Easter Day
Millions of Orthodox Christians around the world often celebrate Easter Sunday at a different time to the date set by many western churches.
Isra and Mi'raj, also known as Al Isra' wal Miraj, is observed on the 27th day of the month of Rajab, the seventh month in the Islamic calendar. This event marks the night that Allah (God) took Mohammad (also known as Mohamed or Muhammed) on a journey from Mecca to Jerusalem and then to heaven.
Is Al Isra' wal Miraj a Public Holiday?
Al Isra' wal Miraj is not a public holiday. Businesses have normal opening hours.
The Prophet Mohammad traveled from Mecca to Jerusalem, pictured above.
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About Al Isra' wal Miraj
Read more about Al Isra' wal Miraj.Al Isra' wal Miraj Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Tue | Apr 2 | Al Isra' wal Miraj | Observance |
| 2020 | Sat | Mar 21 | Al Isra' wal Miraj | Observance |
| 2021 | Thu | Mar 11 | Al Isra' wal Miraj | Observance |
| 2022 | Mon | Feb 28 | Al Isra' wal Miraj | Observance |
| 2023 | Sat | Feb 18 | Al Isra' wal Miraj | Observance |
| 2024 | Thu | Feb 8 | Al Isra' wal Miraj | Observance |
| 2025 | Sun | Jan 26 | Al Isra' wal Miraj (Tentative Date) | Observance |
| 2026 | Thu | Jan 15 | Al Isra' wal Miraj (Tentative Date) | Observance |
| 2027 | Mon | Jan 4 | Al Isra' wal Miraj (Tentative Date) | Observance |
| 2027 | Fri | Dec 24 | Al Isra' wal Miraj (Tentative Date) | Observance |
| 2028 | Wed | Dec 13 | Al Isra' wal Miraj (Tentative Date) | Observance |
| 2029 | Sun | Dec 2 | Al Isra' wal Miraj (Tentative Date) | Observance |
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