Archive · 26 Jun 2025
Islamic New Year 2025 Begins Following Saudi Moon Sighting
The Islamic New Year, called Muharram, started on June 25, 2025, after the new moon was seen in Saudi Arabia.
This is like a new year for Muslims, marking when Prophet Muhammad moved from Mecca to Medina.
People celebrate by praying and reflecting.
The UAE gave people a day off on June 27 to mark the occasion.
The Islamic New Year 2025 began on Wednesday, June 25.
The new year started after the sighting of the Muharram crescent moon in Saudi Arabia.
The Islamic New Year is also known as Hijri New Year.
The event commemorates Prophet Muhammad's migration to Medina.
The UAE declared a holiday on June 27 for the occasion.
- Who
- Muslims worldwide.
- What
- The start of the Islamic New Year, Muharram.
- When
- June 25, 2025
- Where
- Globally, initiated by sighting in Saudi Arabia; UAE holiday on June 27.
- Why
- To commemorate the Hijrah, or Prophet Muhammad's migration to Medina.
- Event
- Islamic New Year, Muharram
- Start Date
- June 25, 2025
- Significance
- Marks the beginning of the Islamic lunar calendar.
- Commemoration
- Prophet Muhammad's migration to Medina
- Observed By
- Muslims globally
- Holiday
- UAE holiday on June 27
