Eid Milad-un-Nabi is held on the 12th Rabi-ul-Awwal annually in Pakistan and some parts of the world to commemorate the birthday of the holy Prophet Muhammad (SAW). His followers come up with various activities to mark the event through prayers, food carrying in multitudes, and other programs. This year, the day is on September 16, 2024.
Mawlid, also known as Eid Milad, is also celebrated in the country. Many regard it as a public holiday because of Muslims’ respect for the event.
For this year, the crescent of Rabi ul Awal is expected to be sighted on September 4th, and the new Islamic month will begin on September 5th.
Eid Milad un-Nabi 2024
The official public holiday of Eid Milad un Nabi is on Monday, September 16, 2024.
| Date | Day | Holiday |
| 16 Sep 2024 | Monday | Eid Milad |
What is Eid Milad
Eid Milad-un-Nabi commemorated the birth of the Holy Prophet Hazrat Muhammad SAW on the 12th of Rabi’ al-Awwal in the Islamic lunar calendar.
Celebrations include Quran Khawanis, sermons, processions, and decorating people’s homes and mosques with embellishments. Acts of charity, special meals, and religious gatherings to honor the Prophet and his birth are some of the practices that are evident in Islam.
