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When is Ramadan Start 2026?
Ramadan Start falls on different dates around the world in 2026. The first is Wednesday, February 18, 2026 and the last is Thursday, February 19, 2026, across 63 countries.
Ramadan is a period of prayer, reflection and fasting for many Muslims worldwide. It is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar.
Also listed as Ramadan begins, Ramadan starts and First Day of Ramadan.
See February 18 on the world mapRamadan Start 2026 by country
Questions about Ramadan Start
- When is Ramadan Start in 2026?
- It depends on the country. In 2026 it falls on February 18 and February 19. The table above shows the date for each country.
- Which countries celebrate Ramadan Start?
- Ramadan Start is marked in 63 countries: Albania, Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Benin, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon and Canada, and 51 more.
- Is Ramadan Start 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
- Independence Day January 1
- National Day February 4
- Republic Day January 1
- Armed Forces Day January 20
- Carnival February 16
- Ash Wednesday February 18
- Revolution Day January 3
- Family Day February 16
- Flag Day February 24
- Youth Day February 11
- Lunar New Year February 16
- Statehood Day February 16