Hari Maulaud Nabi 2025
Date: September 4, 2025 (Thursday)
Country: Cocos (Keeling) Islands Public Holidays
Description
Hari Maulaud Nabi is the celebration of the birth of the Prophet Muhammad. It is a holy day for Muslims who live in the Cocos Keeling Islands and around the world. People think about his life and teachings.
The date follows the Islamic lunar calendar, so it moves each year compared to the regular calendar. It usually falls in the month called Rabi al Awwal. Local observances match the annual Islamic date rather than a fixed day on the Western calendar.
This holiday is important because it reminds people to study the Prophet Muhammad s words and actions. It encourages kindness, honesty, and care for others, which are central ideas in Islam.
In the Cocos Keeling Islands this day helps bring families and the community together in shared faith. It strengthens identity and keeps important religious stories and values alive for younger generations.
Traditions
On Cocos people gather at the mosque and community halls for recitations and group prayers. Elders lead zikr and short sermons. Families visit each other, giving greetings and small gifts to neighbors and children to show community spirit.
Homes and the mosque get simple decorations with cloth and flowers. People wear traditional Malay clothes for the day. Children sing religious songs and join processions carrying small lanterns or banners that the community makes together.
Food is shared in big communal meals. Common dishes include rice, curries, sweet cakes and dates. Hosts offer tea and biscuits to visitors. Charity is shown by giving extra food to families who need help.
Travel Tips
Many shops, government offices and some tours may close or run reduced hours. Check ferry and flight schedules ahead and book transfers and accommodation early. Expect local events and busy roads at certain times so allow extra travel time.
Join community events respectfully, ask before taking photos, and wear modest clothing. Support local cafes and shops that stay open. Stay with a guide for unfamiliar areas, carry water and sun protection, and follow any local instructions for safe movement.