Isra' and Mi'raj
Nationwide public holiday in Brunei · Israk dan Mikraj
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 17 January | Saturday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 6 January | Wednesday | NationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced |
| 2027 | 26 December | Sunday | NationwideEstimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced |
| 2027 | 27 December | Monday | Isra' and Mi'raj (observed)Estimated, may shift by 1-2 days until officially announced Observed day off for Isra' and Mi'raj (Sun 26 Dec) |
Observed days are days off given instead of, or as well as, the holiday's own date, for example when it falls on a weekend or the law moves it to a Monday.
Where it applies
Everywhere in Brunei.
Is it a day off?
Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.
Make it longer
Take Thursday 7 January off and get 3 days in a row (Wed 6 Jan – Fri 8 Jan).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Bandar Seri Begawan around 6 January: high 29°C (84°F), low 26°C (79°F), rain on 87% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Bandar Seri Begawan. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Wednesday 6 January in Bandar Seri Begawan: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Brunei
Saturday, 6 February 2027
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.