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Maouloud 2025 in Senegal

Sunni Muslims observe the Prophet Muhammed's (also known as Mohammed or Muhammad) birthday on the 12th day of the Islamic month of Rabi' al-awwal, while Shi'a Muslims mark it on the 17th of this month. Muhammed is believed to be the last prophet.

Is Maouloud a Public Holiday?

Maouloud is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.

The Prophet Muhammed was born in Mecca, a city in Saudi Arabia that is revered as holy by Muslims.

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About Maouloud

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Maouloud Observances

Year Weekday Date Name Holiday Type
2020 Thu Oct 29 Maouloud Public Holiday
2021 Mon Oct 18 Maouloud Public Holiday
2022 Sat Oct 8 Maouloud Public Holiday
2023 Wed Sep 27 Maouloud Public Holiday
2024 Sun Sep 15 Maouloud Public Holiday
2025 Thu Sep 4 Maouloud Public Holiday
2026 Wed Aug 26 Maouloud (Tentative Date) Public Holiday
2027 Sun Aug 15 Maouloud (Tentative Date) Public Holiday
2028 Thu Aug 3 Maouloud (Tentative Date) Public Holiday
2029 Tue Jul 24 Maouloud (Tentative Date) Public Holiday
2030 Sat Jul 13 Maouloud (Tentative Date) Public Holiday

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