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Mouloud 2025 in United Arab Emirates

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 Mouloud a Public Holiday?

Mouloud 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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Mouloud Observances

Year Weekday Date Name Holiday Type
2020 Thu Oct 29 Mouloud National Holiday
2021 Thu Oct 21 Mouloud National Holiday
2022 Sat Oct 8 Mouloud National Holiday
2023 Wed Sep 27 Mouloud Observance
2023 Fri Sep 29 Mouloud Holiday National Holiday
2024 Sun Sep 15 Mouloud National Holiday
2025 Fri Sep 5 Mouloud National Holiday
2026 Wed Aug 26 Mouloud (Tentative Date) National Holiday

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