Prophet's Baptism is a public holiday in Mali, known locally as Journée du Maouloud (Baptême du Prophète) (estimé).
In 2026 it falls on Tuesday 1 September; in 2027 on Saturday 21 August.
It follows the lunar calendar: the dates shown are estimates and may shift by a day once the moon is sighted.
Dates, 2025 to 2028
| Year | Date | Weekday | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 11 September | Thursday | estimated date |
| 2026 | 1 September | Tuesday | estimated date |
| 2027 | 21 August | Saturday weekend | estimated date |
| 2028 | 10 August | Thursday | estimated date |