Shab-e-Barat 2028
The night of 15 Shaban (Laylat al-Bara'ah), observed with prayer and seeking forgiveness.
Expected date (1449 AH)
12 January 2028
Wednesday
15 Shaban 1449 AH · 15/08/1449
Shaban is the 8th month
Expected date (1450 AH)
31 December 2028
Sunday
15 Shaban 1450 AH · 15/08/1450
Shaban is the 8th month
By country
- Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Egypt, Turkey, UK, USA: Wednesday, 12 January 2028
- Pakistan, India, Bangladesh (usually): Wednesday, 12 January 2028 or Thursday, 13 January 2028
Expected dates. Follow the official moon sighting announcement in your country.
Shab-e-Barat in other years
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Upcoming Islamic events
Frequently asked questions
›When is Shab-e-Barat 2028?
Shab-e-Barat 2028 is expected on Wednesday, 12 January 2028 (15 Shaban 1449 AH), and again on Sunday, 31 December 2028 (15 Shaban 1450 AH) according to the Umm al-Qura calendar.
›When is Shab-e-Barat 2028 in Pakistan and India?
Pakistan, India and Bangladesh often begin Islamic months one day after Saudi Arabia, so Shab-e-Barat there may fall on Thursday, 13 January 2028. The final date depends on the official moon sighting.
›Which night is Shab-e-Barat?
The night is observed on the evening before, since the Islamic day begins at sunset. For 2028, that is the evening of Tuesday, 11 January 2028.