- Posted on: April 16, 2026
Dear Brothers/Sisters in Islam,
Please make an effort to sight the Hilal on Friday, April 17, 2026, for the month of Dhul Qa'dah 1447 AH.
Alhamdulillah, by the joint effort of all the Ulama and great cooperation throughout the States, we have revived this forgotten Sunnah of moonsighting throughout the year in many localities, all across the nation.
The birth of the Hilal for Dhul Qa'dah 1447 will take place on Friday, April 17, 2026 at 7:51 am EDT (11:51 UTC).
Information about the Hilal for the 29th of Shawwal, 1447 (Friday, April 17, 2026) for some locations where CHC Representative Ulama Kiram make regular, organized moonsighting efforts are attached
(All times are in their respective local time zones.)
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