Night of 14–15 Sha'ban

Shab-e-Barat 2027

Night of 14–15 Sha'ban
Sunday, 24 January
Sunday, 24 January 2027
Predicted for India. Night begins: Saturday, 23 January 2027 after sunset

About this festival

Shab-e-Barat, the night of forgiveness, is observed on the night between the 14th and 15th of Sha'ban, about two weeks before Ramadan. The moon is nearly full on this night.

How it is observed

  • Night prayers and recitation of the Quran.
  • Visiting graves of family members and praying for them.

All dates

DateNotes
Wednesday, 4 February 2026Predicted for India · Expected moon-sighting evening: Tuesday, 20 January
Sunday, 24 January 2027Predicted for India · Expected moon-sighting evening: Saturday, 9 January

Questions people ask

Which night is Shab-e-Barat?

It begins at sunset on the evening before the date shown above.

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