Hajj 2026 Dates & Umrah Packages with Hisar Travel
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Hajj 2026 Dates Overview
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Hajj Occurs Annually
Hajj takes place during Dhul Hijjah, the 12th month of the Islamic calendar.
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1447 AH Dates
For 1447 AH, Dhul Hijjah is estimated to be from May 18 to June 15, 2026 (Gregorian calendar).
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Key Hajj Days
The core rituals of Hajj are performed from the 8th to the 12th/13th of Dhul Hijjah (May 25 - May 29/30, 2026).
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Moon Sighting
Please note that the exact dates are subject to the official moon sighting in Saudi Arabia.
Important Hajj Ritual Days 2026
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8th Dhul Hijjah (May 25)
Pilgrims begin their Hajj rituals, entering a state of Ihram and heading to Mina.
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9th Dhul Hijjah (May 26)
The Day of Arafah, considered the most important day of Hajj. Pilgrims gather on Mount Arafat for prayers and supplications.
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10th Dhul Hijjah (May 27)
Eid al-Adha. Pilgrims perform the ritual of Rami (stoning), offer sacrifices, and shave/trim their hair. The Tawaf al-Ifadah is also performed.
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12th or 13th Dhul Hijjah (May 29 or 30)
The final days involve completing the Rami, and performing the farewell Tawaf (Tawaf al-Wada) before departing Mecca.
Hisar Travel: Your Trusted Hajj & Umrah Partner
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Umrah Timing Relative to Hajj 2026
Umrah pilgrimages are temporarily paused during the Hajj season to ensure pilgrim safety and manage crowd density effectively.
- 2025 Reopening: Umrah resumed on June 11 (15 Dhul Hijjah 1447 AH) in 2025.
- 2026 Reopening: For 2026, Umrah is expected to reopen shortly after Hajj concludes, likely around May 30, 2026.
- Optimal Time: The period after Dhul Hijjah ends and during Muharram is ideal for a more peaceful Umrah experience.
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Benefit from the profound spiritual guidance of qualified scholars and highly experienced pilgrimage leaders.
Community Focus
Dedicated customer care serving both the Australian and New Zealand communities with empathy and understanding.
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