Islamic

On this day, Hajj pilgrims gather on and around Mount Arafah, the Southeast of Mecca. There, they penitently call upon God, seeking His forgiveness, mercy, and pardon.

Date details: The Day of Arafah falls on the 9th day of the 12th and final month of the lunar Islamic Calendar and it is the day before the major Islamic holiday of Eid al-Adha.

General practices: Prayer and fasting.

Potential accommodations:Avoid scheduling important academic deadlines, events, and activities on the first day. If planning an evening event, provide food accommodations if requested (Islamic dietary restrictions apply).