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Islamic Calendar June 2026

The Islamic calendar for June 2026 lists all 7 Muslim religious dates occurring this month. Find accurate Hijri to Gregorian conversions for Ramadan, Eid, and other Islamic observances.

Last updated: February 22, 2026

Summary

June 2026 includes 7 Islamic events. 3 commemorations mark significant historical events. 1 celebration falls within this month. Each event includes both Hijri and Gregorian dates.

  • •7 Islamic events in June 2026
  • •3 commemorations
  • •1 celebration
  • •Hijri to Gregorian date conversions
  • •Export to Google, Apple, or Outlook calendar

Islamic Dates in June 2026

This Islamic calendar shows all religious dates falling within June 2026 according to the Gregorian calendar. The Islamic (Hijri) calendar is lunar-based, so Islamic dates shift approximately 11 days earlier each Gregorian year. Use this page to see exactly which Islamic events occur during June 2026.

All Events in June 2026

4Jun
Celebration

Eid al-Ghadir

The transcript discusses Eid al-Ghadeer, emphasizing the Prophet Muhammad's appointment of Ali ibn Abi Talib as successor at Ghadir Khumm on 18 Dhul Hijjah, supported by Quranic verses (5:67 and 5:3) and hadiths like Hadith al-Ghadeer. It highlights the event's significance as completing Islam, with the Prophet declaring, 'Whomever I am his master, Ali is his master,' followed by pledges of allegiance. Historical sources from scholars like al-Tabari confirm it, refuting distortions of 'maula' as mere friend or cousin. The next episode will address Muslim disobedience to the Prophet.

18 Dhu al-Hijjah 1447 AH

8Jun
Commemoration

Martyrdom of Maytham al-Tamar

Meytham at Tammar, trained in esoteric knowledge by Imam Ali, was hanged and speared by Ubaydullah bin Ziyad, fulfilling prophecies. Rushayd al Hajari endured predicted torture and crucifixion by Ziyad. Hujr bin Adi opposed cursing Ali, leading to his arrest and execution by Mu’awiyah. ‘Amr bin Humaq, a devoted companion, was killed in Mosul. The infant sons of Muslim bin Aqeel escaped prison but were betrayed and beheaded.

22 Dhu al-Hijjah 1447 AH

17Jun
Event

Beginning of the Hijri Year

The beginning of the Hijri year marks the start of a new Islamic calendar year.

1 Muharram 1448 AH

18Jun
Event

Arrival of Imam al-Hussain (as) to Karbala

Imam Husayn arrives in Karbala on 2nd Muharram 61 A.H., where Umar bin Sad encamps opposite with 4000 soldiers. The Imam, invited by Iraqis, offers to return but Ibn Ziyad demands allegiance to Yazid and blocks water access. Negotiations fail; Ibn Ziyad orders unconditional surrender or attack. A security letter for Ummul Banin's sons is refused. Abbas secures a night's delay for prayers. The Imam addresses companions, urging them to leave for safety as martyrdom looms.

2 Muharram 1448 AH

26Jun
Commemoration

Martyrdom of Imam al-Hussain (as)

Just over 50 years after Muhammad's death, Hussain, his grandson, opposed the corrupt Umayyad tyrant Yazid. Refusing to support evil, Hussain migrated from Medina to Mecca and toward Kufa but was blocked at Karbala by 30,000 troops. With 72 companions, deprived of water and outnumbered, they were killed for upholding principles. His sister Zainab condemned Yazid in his palace. Hussain's sacrifice inspired the Umayyad overthrow and millions worldwide who mourn him.

10 Muharram 1448 AH

28Jun
Event

Ahlul Bayt (as) to Kufa

The history of Imam Husayn's movement began in Rajab 60 A.H. with departure from Medina to Mecca, proceeding to Iraq in Zil-Hajj, and martyrdom in Muharram 61 A.H. Ahlul Bayt were taken as prisoners to Kufa, then to Damascus per Yazid's orders, staying an unknown period before returning to Medina within a year, possibly via Karbala en route to Syria but without reliable evidence. Myths of returning to Karbala on 20th Safar or Arba'in, or meetings with Jabir and Atiyya, are debunked as unhistorical, including Sayyid bin Tawus's account. Historical research is urged over blind acceptance, with infallibility only for the Prophet, Fatima, and Imams.

12 Muharram 1448 AH

29Jun
Commemoration

Burial of the Martyrs of Karbala

After the Battle of Karbala, Imam Zainul Aabidin succeeded as the fourth Imam while unconscious with fever; Lady Zainab consulted him, affirming his authority, and he ordered the family to leave burning tents to survive and spread the truth of the atrocities. She searched for and found missing children dead, including Sukaina near a headless body, hearing Husayn's voice. Martyrs' bodies were left, trampled barbarically by horses under Umar bin Sa’d's orders, with items pillaged. Per Shiite belief, Zainul Aabidin miraculously buried the bodies with Banu Asad's help, later rejoining heads.

13 Muharram 1448 AH

Key Takeaways

  • 17 Islamic events in June 2026
  • 23 commemorations
  • 31 celebration
  • 4Hijri to Gregorian date conversions
  • 5Export to Google, Apple, or Outlook calendar
  • 6Islamic dates shift each year (lunar calendar)

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