Hajj 2027 Dates: Complete Pilgrim Planning Timeline
Hajj 2027 expected dates for Arafah, Eid al-Adha, and a month-by-month planning timeline for US pilgrims.
Reviewed by the Perfect Umrah operations team — 15+ years arranging pilgrim travel from the USA, UK, and Pakistan. Last updated 2026-07-29.
When Is Hajj 2027?
Hajj 2027 is tentatively expected to take place in mid-May 2027, with the Day of Arafah (9th of Dhul Hijjah, the pinnacle of Hajj) falling around Sunday, May 16, 2027, and Eid al-Adha (10th of Dhul Hijjah) around Monday, May 17, 2027. The main rites conclude around May 20, 2027.
As with all Hijri-calendar dates, these are informed estimates based on standard lunar calculations (Umm al-Qura). Saudi authorities confirm the official start of Dhul Hijjah, and therefore the exact Hajj schedule, only a day or two in advance via moon sighting.
Hajj 2027 vs. Hajj 2026: Why the Dates Shift Earlier Each Year
Hajj 2026 is tentatively expected around May 25-30, 2026 (Arafah on May 26). Hajj 2027 shifts about 10-11 days earlier on the Gregorian calendar, landing in mid-May 2027, because the Islamic calendar is purely lunar and roughly 11 days shorter than the solar Gregorian year.
This means pilgrims planning years ahead should expect Hajj to gradually move earlier in the Gregorian calendar each year, cycling through all four seasons over roughly a 33-year period.
A Planning Timeline for Hajj 2027 From the USA
Late 2026: Begin researching group operators and confirming your intention to perform Hajj 2027. Hajj visa quotas and accommodation near the holy sites are limited and allocated well in advance.
Early 2027 (6-9 months before): Finalize your Hajj visa application, secure accommodation in Makkah, Madinah, and the Mina/Aziziyah zones, and complete any required health/vaccination documentation.
Weeks before departure: Attend a pre-departure orientation covering the full sequence of rites — Ihram, standing at Arafat, Muzdalifah, the days at Mina, Ramy, Qurbani, and Tawaf al-Ifadah.
How Perfect Umrah Supports Hajj 2027 Planning
Our concierge team coordinates official Hajj visa documentation, accommodation across all three zones, group logistics for families performing Hajj together, and a full pre-departure orientation — the same support outlined on our main Hajj Guidance page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the expected Hajj 2027 dates?
Hajj 2027 is tentatively expected in mid-May 2027, with the Day of Arafah around Sunday, May 16, 2027, and Eid al-Adha around Monday, May 17, 2027.
Why do Hajj dates change every year on the Gregorian calendar?
The Islamic (Hijri) calendar is purely lunar and roughly 11 days shorter than the solar Gregorian calendar, so Hajj shifts about 10-11 days earlier in the Gregorian calendar each year.
When should I start planning for Hajj 2027?
We recommend beginning your Hajj 2027 planning at least 6-9 months ahead of the expected May 2027 dates, since visa allocations and accommodation near the holy sites are limited and sell out well in advance.
This guide is provided for general informational purposes. For matters of Islamic jurisprudence, please consult a qualified scholar or your local Imam.