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When is Al Isra' wal Miraj 2026?
Al Isra' wal Miraj falls on different dates around the world in 2026. The first is Friday, January 16, 2026 and the last is Saturday, January 17, 2026, across 2 countries.
Isra and Mi'raj (Isra Me'raj, Israa and Mi'raaj, Laylat Al-Isra wa Al-Miraj, Lailat al Miraj, Night Journey and Ascension to Heaven) marks the night that the Prophet Mohammad traveled from Mecca to Jerusalem, ascended to heaven and returned.
See January 16 on the world mapAl Isra' wal Miraj 2026 by country
| Country | Date |
|---|---|
| 🇮🇱 Israel | January 16Friday |
| 🇯🇴 Jordan | January 17Saturday |
Questions about Al Isra' wal Miraj
- When is Al Isra' wal Miraj in 2026?
- It depends on the country. In 2026 it falls on January 16 and January 17. The table above shows the date for each country.
- Which countries celebrate Al Isra' wal Miraj?
- Al Isra' wal Miraj is marked in 2 countries: Israel and Jordan.
- Is Al Isra' wal Miraj a public holiday?
- In 2026 it's listed as an observance or regional holiday rather than a nationwide day off. Check the table for each country.
Other holidays around the same time
- New Year January 1
- Constitution Day January 7
- Epiphany January 5
- Liberation Day January 1
- Martyrs' Day January 4
- National Heroes' Day January 20
- Teachers' Day January 15
- Armed Forces Day January 20
- Isra and Mi'raj January 16
- Army Day January 6
- Orthodox New Year January 14
- Heroes' Day January 2