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Day of Arafah is coming up.
Expected Saturday, 15 May 2027
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About Day of Arafah
The high point of the Hajj pilgrimage. Muslims not on Hajj often fast.
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The date for 2028 is only listed once it’s announced, because it depends on the moon being seen. Also in May 2027: International Day of Families (15 May), International Toad Day (15 May) and National Trans Pride Day (15 May). From this page you can add it to your calendar, get an email before it, share the countdown, or show it full screen.
How we work out the date
It’s the 9th of Dhu al-Hijjah in the Islamic calendar.
Dates
Expected Saturday, 15 May 2027. We add later years once each date is confirmed.
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