Islamic Calendar 1447 AH / 2026 Morocco: All Key Dates in One Place

The Islamic (Hijri) year is a lunar calendar of 354–355 days, about 11 days shorter than the Gregorian year, so every Islamic event shifts earlier each Gregorian year. This page gathers every important Islamic date for Morocco in 2026, with the official Hijri dates, their Gregorian equivalents, and direct links to detailed guides.

Last updated August 2026 · Source: Ministry of Habous and Islamic Affairs (Kingdom of Morocco). Morocco confirms the start of each month by naked-eye moon sighting, which sets the official dates of Ramadan, the two Eids, Ashura, and the Islamic New Year. Dates marked confirmed were officially announced; dates marked projected are astronomical estimates awaiting confirmation.

The 2026 Islamic Year at a Glance

The Gregorian year 2026 spans the end of 1447 AH and the beginning of 1448 AH:

• 1447 AH began on 6 June 2025 and ends on 16 June 2026.
• 1448 AH begins on 17 June 2026.

So 2026 opens during the month of Jumada al-Thani 1447, runs through Ramadan, Shawwal, Dhul-Qa'dah and Dhul-Hijjah 1447, then transitions into the new Hijri year 1448 with Muharram (including Ashura) and beyond.

Complete Chronological List, 2026

Dates marked projected are based on astronomical calculation of the lunar cycle. The Ministry of Habous confirms them by moon sighting the evening before; an event may shift by one day.

The Four Sacred Months in 2026

Allah designated four months as sacred, during which good deeds are multiplied and warfare is forbidden:

إِنَّ عِدَّةَ الشُّهُورِ عِندَ اللَّهِ اثْنَا عَشَرَ شَهْرًا فِي كِتَابِ اللَّهِ يَوْمَ خَلَقَ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالْأَرْضَ مِنْهَا أَرْبَعَةٌ حُرُمٌ

“Indeed, the number of months with Allah is twelve [lunar] months... of these, four are sacred.”

— Quran 9:36

The four sacred months, Dhul-Qa'dah, Dhul-Hijjah, Muharram, and Rajab, fall across 2026 as follows:

The Two Eids of 2026

Moroccans celebrate two major Eids each year:

Eid al-Fitr, Friday, March 20, 2026

The festival that breaks the fast of Ramadan. Known in Morocco as Eid al-Sghir (the Small Eid). On this day families attend the Eid prayer, give Zakat al-Fitr (~20 MAD per person), and share Moroccan sweets like chebakia, kaab el ghzal, and briouates.

→ Read the full Eid al-Fitr 2026 Morocco, Date & Prayer Times guide.

Eid al-Adha, Wednesday, May 27, 2026

The festival of sacrifice, marking the end of Hajj. Known in Morocco as Eid al-Kebir (the Great Eid). Families sacrifice a sheep (or goat/cow) following the Sunnah of Prophet Ibrahim (AS), and distribute the meat to family, neighbors, and the poor.

→ Read the full Eid al-Adha 2026 Morocco, Official Date & Prayer Times guide.

Ramadan 1447, February 19 to March 19, 2026

The Ministry of Habous confirmed the first day of Ramadan as Thursday, February 19, 2026. Over 29 days, Moroccan Muslims fast from dawn (Fajr) to sunset (Maghrib), filling the nights with Taraweeh prayers in every mosque across the kingdom.

The last ten nights are dedicated to seeking Laylat al-Qadr, better than a thousand months, most likely on the 27th night (~March 17, 2026).

→ Read the full Ramadan 2026 Guide Morocco.

Hajj 1447, May 2026

Morocco's official Hajj quota for 1447 AH is 34,000 pilgrims, with an official package cost of approximately 63,021 MAD per pilgrim (a reduction from the prior season) and a digital upgrade of the registration process. The rites take place from 8–13 Dhul-Hijjah (May 25–30, 2026), climaxing at Arafah on May 26 and Eid al-Adha on May 27.

→ Read the full Hajj 2026 Guide & Preparation for Moroccan pilgrims.

Islamic New Year 1448, June 17, 2026

The Hijri year 1448 AH begins on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, marking the anniversary of the Prophet's migration (Hijra) from Mecca to Medina in 622 CE, the event from which the Islamic calendar counts its years.

→ Read the Islamic New Year 1448 / 2026, Reflections & Duas and Fatih Muharram 1448 Morocco Guide.

Ashura 1448, June 26, 2026

Ashura (10 Muharram 1448) falls on Friday, June 26, 2026. The Prophet ﷺ recommended fasting this day (and the 9th alongside it) for the expiation of the past year's sins. In Morocco, Ashura carries a distinctive tradition of generosity to one's family and charity to the poor, and it is a natural moment to settle one's Zakat al-Mal (silver nisab ~7,438 MAD for 2026).

→ Read the Ashura 2026 Morocco, Fasting, Charity & Traditions guide.

How Morocco Determines the Dates

Unlike countries that rely solely on astronomical calculation (such as Saudi Arabia's Umm al-Qura calendar), Morocco confirms each month by naked-eye moon sighting (ru'yah). A national committee of religious scholars, astronomers, and ministry officials gathers on the 29th of each month; if the crescent is sighted, the new month begins that evening. If not, the current month completes 30 days.

This means Moroccan dates can occasionally differ by one day from Saudi Arabia, most often for Ramadan and the two Eids. Always rely on the Ministry of Habous announcement as the authoritative date for Morocco.

Tools to Track These Dates

• Hijri Calendar, interactive two-way Hijri↔Gregorian converter with today's Hijri date and all events marked
• Prayer Times, daily Fajr, Shurooq, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha for every Moroccan city
• Zakat Calculator, calculate Zakat al-Mal and Zakat al-Fitr precisely

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Ramadan 2026 start in Morocco? Thursday, February 19, 2026, officially confirmed by the Ministry of Habous.

When is Eid al-Fitr 2026 in Morocco? Friday, March 20, 2026 (1 Shawwal 1447 AH).

When is Eid al-Adha 2026 in Morocco? Wednesday, May 27, 2026 (10 Dhul-Hijjah 1447 AH).

When is the Islamic New Year 1448 in Morocco? Wednesday, June 17, 2026 (1 Muharram 1448 AH).

When is Ashura 2026 in Morocco? Friday, June 26, 2026 (10 Muharram 1448 AH).

Why do Moroccan dates sometimes differ from Saudi dates? Morocco confirms each month by naked-eye moon sighting, while Saudi Arabia uses astronomical calculation. This can result in a one-day difference.

How much is Zakat al-Fitr in Morocco in 2026? Approximately 20 MAD per person, set by the Supreme Scientific Council, payable before the Eid al-Fitr prayer.

Conclusion

Mark these dates, prepare your worship in advance, and let each event, from the discipline of Ramadan to the joy of Eid, from the devotion of Hajj to the reflection of Ashura, draw you closer to Allah. Save this page and our Hijri Calendar tool so you never miss a blessed day.

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Related Guides

• Eid al-Fitr 2026 Morocco, Date, prayer times, and traditions
• Eid al-Adha 2026 Morocco, Official date and city prayer times
• Day of Arafah 2026, Fasting, duas, and virtues
• Ramadan 2026 Guide Morocco, The complete Ramadan companion
• Understanding the Islamic Months, The meaning of all 12 Hijri months