Israk and Mikraj in Malaysia
Marks the night journey and ascension of the Prophet.
Israk and Mikraj commemorates the Prophet Muhammad's night journey from Mecca to Jerusalem and his ascension to the heavens. It is observed as a public holiday in several states including Kedah, Negeri Sembilan, Perlis and Terengganu.
When is Israk and Mikraj?
| Year | Date | Observed in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sat, 17 January 2026 | Kedah, Negeri Sembilan, Perlis & Terengganu | |
| 2027 | Wed, 6 January 2027 | Kedah, Negeri Sembilan, Perlis & Terengganu | |
| 2027 | Sun, 26 December 2027 | Kedah, Negeri Sembilan, Perlis & Terengganu | |
| 2028 | Thu, 14 December 2028 | Kedah, Negeri Sembilan, Perlis & Terengganu |
Planning around Israk and Mikraj
Israk and Mikraj is observed in Kedah, Negeri Sembilan, Perlis & Terengganu. If you are planning travel or annual leave, check the dates above for 2026 and the following years, because the weekday changes each year and determines whether the holiday creates a natural long weekend.
Within the years listed, Israk and Mikraj falls next to a weekend in at least one year, so taking one or two days of annual leave can stretch your break further. See our long-weekend pages for the best leave suggestions in each state.