Eid Milad-un-Nabi ﷺ is expected to be observed across Pakistan on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, according to current astronomical forecasts for the Islamic month of Rabi-ul-Awwal 1448 AH.
The occasion is traditionally observed on 12 Rabi-ul-Awwal, with Muslims across Pakistan holding religious gatherings, Milad programmes, processions and special prayers to commemorate the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
The Pakistan Meteorological Department’s astronomical forecast indicates that the Rabi-ul-Awwal moon is expected to be sighted around August 14, which would place 12 Rabi-ul-Awwal on August 26. However, the date remains subject to official moon sighting and confirmation by the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee.
The government’s 2026 holiday calendar and the Pakistan Stock Exchange’s holiday schedule have listed August 25 as the tentative date for Eid Milad-un-Nabi ﷺ, while noting that the date is subject to the appearance of the moon. This difference reflects the uncertainty that can arise from the actual sighting and subsequent official determination.
Once the moon is officially sighted and the Islamic month begins, authorities are expected to issue the final announcement regarding the date of the public holiday.
Preparations for the religious occasion typically include decorations of mosques, streets and buildings, religious conferences, Naat gatherings and special programmes organised by religious and community organisations.
Eid Milad-un-Nabi ﷺ is observed with devotion throughout Pakistan, with major cities witnessing illuminated streets, religious gatherings and processions.
For now, August 26 remains the expected date according to the latest astronomical forecast, but citizens should wait for the official announcement from the relevant authorities before treating the date as final.
