Day of Arafah
يوم عرفة
9 Dhu al-Hijjah every year
The Day of Arafah falls on the 9th day of Dhu al-Hijjah, the day before Eid al-Adha. It is considered one of the most important days in Islam. For Hajj pilgrims, standing at the plain of Arafah (Wuquf) is the most essential ritual of the pilgrimage — the Hajj is not valid without it. Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said: 'Hajj is Arafah.' For non-pilgrims, fasting on this day is highly recommended, as it is believed to expiate sins of the previous year and the coming year. The Day of Arafah is also when the verse 'Today I have perfected your religion for you' was revealed. Muslims around the world spend this day in prayer, supplication, and remembrance of God.
Day of Arafah Dates: 2020–2034
| Hijri Year | Gregorian Date |
|---|---|
| 1441 AH | July 30, 2020 |
| 1442 AH | July 19, 2021 |
| 1443 AH | July 9, 2022 |
| 1444 AH | June 28, 2023 |
| 1445 AH | June 16, 2024 |
| 1446 AH | June 6, 2025 |
| 1447 AH | May 26, 2026 |
| 1448 AH | May 16, 2027 |
| 1449 AH | May 4, 2028 |
| 1450 AH | April 23, 2029 |
| 1451 AH | April 13, 2030 |
| 1452 AH | April 2, 2031 |
| 1453 AH | March 21, 2032 |
| 1454 AH | March 11, 2033 |
| 1455 AH | February 28, 2034 |
| 1456 AH | February 17, 2035 |