Arafat Day in Bahrain
In 2026, Arafat Day falls on Tuesday, 26 May 2026.
Photo by Muhammad Mostafa Kamal on UnsplashUpdated 16 Jul 2026
About Arafat Day
Arafat Day is a significant Islamic holiday that takes place on the ninth day of Dhu al-Hijjah, just before the start of Eid al-Adha. It commemorates the final sermon of the Prophet Muhammad and is observed by Muslims globally with fasting and intense prayer. For pilgrims on Hajj, it involves gathering on the plains of Mount Arafat to seek forgiveness.
Arafat Day dates in Bahrain
Observance dates for Arafat Day across a 10-year window (2023-2031).
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 27 Jun 2023 | Tuesday | Arafat Day |
| 2024 | 16 Jun 2024 | Sunday | Arafat Day |
| 2025 | 6 Jun 2025 | Friday | Arafat Day |
| 2026This year | 26 May 2026 | Tuesday | Arafat Day |
| 2027 | 16 May 2027 | Sunday | Arafat Day |
| 2028 | 4 May 2028 | Thursday | Arafat Day |
| 2029 | 23 Apr 2029 | Monday | Arafat Day |
| 2030 | 13 Apr 2030 | Saturday | Arafat Day |
| 2031 | 2 Apr 2031 | Wednesday | Arafat Day |
27 Jun 2023
Tuesday · Arafat Day
16 Jun 2024
Sunday · Arafat Day
6 Jun 2025
Friday · Arafat Day
26 May 2026
Tuesday · Arafat Day
16 May 2027
Sunday · Arafat Day
4 May 2028
Thursday · Arafat Day
23 Apr 2029
Monday · Arafat Day
13 Apr 2030
Saturday · Arafat Day
2 Apr 2031
Wednesday · Arafat Day
