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When is Maouloud 2026?
Maouloud 2026 is on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. It's marked in 2 countries, including Benin and Senegal.
Mawlid, or Milad, marks the birth of the Islamic prophet Muhammed, or Mohamed, in the year 570 of the Gregorian calendar.
See August 26 on the world mapMaouloud 2026 by country
| Country | Date |
|---|---|
| 🇧🇯 Benin | August 26Wednesday |
| 🇸🇳 Senegal | August 26Wednesday |
Questions about Maouloud
- When is Maouloud in 2026?
- Maouloud is on Wednesday, August 26, 2026.
- Which countries celebrate Maouloud?
- Maouloud is marked in 2 countries: Benin and Senegal.
- Is Maouloud a public holiday?
- Yes, it's a public holiday in Benin and Senegal. Elsewhere it may be an observance or a regional holiday, so check the table for each country.
Other holidays around the same time
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- National Day February 4
- Constitution Day January 7
- The Prophet's Birthday August 24
- Victory Day January 2
- National Heroes' Day January 20
- Revolution Day January 3
- Youth Day February 11
- Army Day January 6
- Milad un Nabi August 25
- Memorial Day March 24
- Heroes' Day January 2