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When is Shab e-Meraj 2026?
Shab e-Meraj 2026 is on Saturday, January 17, 2026 in Pakistan.
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 17 on the world mapShab e-Meraj 2026 by country
| Country | Date |
|---|---|
| 🇵🇰 Pakistan | January 17Saturday |
Questions about Shab e-Meraj
- When is Shab e-Meraj in 2026?
- Shab e-Meraj is on Saturday, January 17, 2026.
- Which countries celebrate Shab e-Meraj?
- Shab e-Meraj is marked in 1 country: Pakistan.
- Is Shab e-Meraj 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
- 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
- Election Day January 15