Mawlid 2028 in Morocco
Mawlid 2028 — the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ — is expected on Thursday, 3 August 2028 in Morocco.
Estimated date — confirmed by the Ministry of Habous after the sighting of the Rabi al-Awwal crescent (rukyat).
What is Mawlid?
Mawlid an-Nabawi commemorates the birth of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, marked on the 12th of Rabi al-Awwal in the Islamic calendar. It is a public holiday in Morocco.
The day is marked by Quran recitation, religious chanting (madih and sama‘) and gatherings in mosques and zawiyas.
How is the date set?
Like other religious festivals, the date depends on the sighting of the crescent moon announced by the Ministry of Habous, and can differ by a day from astronomical calculation.
Frequently asked questions
When is Mawlid 2028 in Morocco?
Mawlid 2028 is expected on 3 August 2028. The official date is confirmed by the Ministry of Habous after the sighting of the Rabi al-Awwal crescent.
Is Mawlid a public holiday in Morocco?
Yes, Mawlid is a national public holiday in Morocco.