Upcoming events
and holidays.
Rivdan
Ridván is the holiest festival in the Bahá’í Faith, commemorating the 12 days in 1863 when Bahá’u’lláh, the founder of the faith, declared his mission as God's messenger in the Garden of Ridván. Celebrated with prayers, community gatherings, and reflection, it emphasizes themes of renewal, unity, and spiritual transformation.
Declaration of the Bab
The Declaration of the Báb is a significant Bahá'í holy day commemorating the moment in 1844 when the Báb announced His role as the herald of a new divine messenger, Bahá’u’lláh. Observed with prayers, storytelling, and reflection, the day celebrates themes of spiritual awakening, renewal, and the beginning of the Bahá'í Faith.
Ascension of Bahá’u’lláh
The Ascension of Bahá’u’lláh is a sacred Bahá’í holy day commemorating the passing of Bahá’u’lláh, the founder of the Bahá’í Faith, on May 29, 1892. Observed with prayers and reflective gatherings, it honors His life, teachings of unity and peace, and His spiritual legacy for humanity.
Martyrdom of the Bab
The Martyrdom of the Báb is a solemn Bahá’í holy day commemorating the execution of the Báb, the forerunner of Bahá’u’lláh, in Tabriz, Persia, on July 9, 1850. Observed with prayers and reflection, it honors his sacrifice and the resilience of his message, which paved the way for the Bahá’í Faith.
Birth of the Bab
The Birth of the Báb is one of the two Twin Holy Birthdays celebrated by Bahá’ís, usually in October or November, based on the Bahá’í lunar calendar. The Báb, born in 1819 in Shiraz, Iran, was the forerunner and herald of Bahá’u’lláh, preparing the way for the Bahá’í Faith. The day is observed with joyful community gatherings, prayers, music, and reflection on the Báb’s life, mission, and message of spiritual renewal.
Birth of the Baha’u’llah
The Birth of Bahá’u’lláh, founder of the Bahá’í Faith, is celebrated on one of the Twin Holy Birthdays, usually in October or November, based on the Bahá’í lunar calendar. Born in 1817 in Tehran, Iran, Bahá’u’lláh is honored for his teachings on unity, peace, and the oneness of humanity. The day is marked with joyful gatherings, prayers, music, and reflection on his life and message.
Day of the Covenant
The Day of the Covenant honors ʻAbdu’l-Bahá’s unique role as the appointed interpreter and center of Bahá’u’lláh’s teachings in the Bahá’í Faith. It commemorates the covenant that ensures unity and guidance within the Bahá’í community after Bahá’u’lláh’s passing. The day is observed with joyful gatherings, prayers, and reflections on ʻAbdu’l-Bahá’s life of service and devotion.
Ascension of Abdu’l-Baha
The Ascension of ʻAbdu’l-Bahá is observed on November 28 and commemorates the passing of ʻAbdu’l-Bahá, the son of Bahá’u’lláh and a central figure in the Bahá’í Faith. He is remembered for his life of service, humility, and efforts to promote peace and unity around the world. Bahá’ís mark the day with prayers, readings, and reflection on his teachings and legacy.
Baháʼí Naw-Rúz
Naw-Rúz is the Bahá’í and Persian New Year, celebrated on the spring equinox as a time of renewal, joy, and spiritual reflection. Marking the end of the Bahá’í fasting period, it is observed with prayers, feasts, and gatherings that emphasize unity, hope, and new beginnings.
Ascension
The Ascension of Abdu’l-Bahá marks the passing of Abdu’l-Bahá, the eldest son of Bahá’u’lláh and the appointed leader of the Bahá'í Faith, in 1921. Bahá'ís around the world honor this event with prayers and gatherings, reflecting on his life of service, compassion, and dedication to unity and peace.
Day of the Covenant
The Day of the Covenant, observed on November 26, is a Bahá'í holy day that honors the agreement made between Bahá'u'lláh and his followers regarding the establishment of his son, `Abdu'l-Bahá, as the authorized interpreter and leader of the Bahá'í Faith after his passing. This day celebrates unity and the continuity of guidance within the Bahá'í community, though it is not observed as a work-free holy day.
Birth of Bahá’u’lláh
The Birth of Bahá’u’lláh, celebrated by Bahá'ís globally, honors the birth of Bahá’u’lláh, the founder of the Bahá'í Faith, who declared a mission of promoting unity and peace for all humankind. Observed with prayers, gatherings, and reflection, this holiday is paired with the Birth of the Báb and collectively referred to as the "Twin Holy Birthdays."
Birth of the Báb
The Birth of the Báb, celebrated by Bahá'ís worldwide, marks the birth of Siyyid ‘Alí-Muḥammad, known as the Báb, who founded the Bábí faith and prepared the way for Bahá’u’lláh, the founder of the Bahá'í Faith. This holiday is one of the "Twin Holy Birthdays" and is observed with gatherings, prayers, and commemorations reflecting on the Báb's teachings and mission to bring spiritual renewal and unity.