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Sunni Muslims observe the Prophet Muhammed's (also known as Mohammed or Muhammad) birthday on the 12th day of the Islamic month of Rabi' al-awwal, while Shi'a Muslims mark it on the 17th of this month. Muhammed is believed to be the last prophet.

Is The Prophet's Birthday a Public Holiday?

The Prophet's Birthday is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.

The Prophet Muhammed was born in Mecca, a city in Saudi Arabia that is revered as holy by Muslims.

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The Prophet's Birthday Observances

YearWeekdayDateNameHoliday Type
2019SunNov 10The Prophet's BirthdayPublic Holiday
2020ThuOct 29The Prophet's BirthdayPublic Holiday
2021TueOct 19The Prophet's BirthdayPublic Holiday
2022SatOct 8The Prophet's BirthdayPublic Holiday
2023ThuSep 28The Prophet's BirthdayPublic Holiday
2024MonSep 16The Prophet's BirthdayPublic Holiday
2025FriSep 5The Prophet's Birthday (Tentative Date)Public Holiday
2026WedAug 26The Prophet's Birthday (Tentative Date)Public Holiday
2027SunAug 15The Prophet's Birthday (Tentative Date)Public Holiday
2028ThuAug 3The Prophet's Birthday (Tentative Date)Public Holiday
2029TueJul 24The Prophet's Birthday (Tentative Date)Public Holiday

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