Islamic New Year (Hijri New Year) 2028

Name: Islamic New Year (Hijri New Year) 2028
Start: 2028-05-25T00:00:00+03:00
Location: Worldwide

Thursday, May 25, 2028 · expected date

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⏳ Expected date — pending official confirmation

When is Islamic New Year (Hijri New Year) 2028?

Islamic New Year (Hijri New Year) 2028 is expected on Thursday, May 25, 2028. That date is a Thursday.

How many days until Islamic New Year (Hijri New Year) 2028?

As of October 15, 2026, there are 588 days until Islamic New Year (Hijri New Year) 2028, which is expected on Thursday, May 25, 2028. That’s 588 days · about 84 weeks · about 19 months.

Date: Thursday, May 25, 2028
Day of week: Thursday
Type: Religious Holidays
Religion: Islam
Duration: 1 day

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The Islamic New Year, or Hijri New Year, falls on the first day of Muharram, the first month of the Islamic lunar calendar. It marks the anniversary of the Hijra and is observed by Muslims worldwide as a quiet, reflective occasion rather than a festive one.

For the full story — history, meaning, traditions, foods and FAQs — see the Islamic New Year (Hijri New Year) guide.

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