Dates and Origins of Laylat al-Bara'at

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Laylat al-Bara'at Dates in 2024, 2025 and 2026

Laylat al-Bara'at is celebrated at the following dates:

• Sunday, February 25, 2024
• Friday, February 14, 2025
• Tuesday, February 3, 2026

Laylat al-Bara'at, also known as the Night of Forgiveness, is a Muslim holiday celebrated annually. It occurs two weeks before Ramadan on the fifteenth day of the Islamic month Shabaan¹. On this day, Muslims seek forgiveness for their sins and believe that their destinies are cemented for the coming year¹.

Origin

Before the time of Muhammad, the first month of the Islamic calendar was viewed as a time for non-violence². Now it is celebrated in remembrance of the beginning of the Hijra². This was the migration of Muhammed and his followers from Mecca to Medina so they could freely practice their religion².

Celebration

On Laylat al-Bara'at, various middle eastern treats and crackers, such as halwas and rotis, are served³. Neighbors, friends, and families come together to celebrate with singing, dancing, and merriment³. In addition, food is often shared with the poor³. Depending on the region, some people spend the entire night praying and worshiping Allah³.