Makkah LiveHajj 2026 Dates — When is Hajj 2026?
Hajj 2026 is expected to begin on the 8th of Dhul-Hijjah and continue through the 13th. Based on astronomical calculations, the expected Gregorian dates for the key days of Hajj 2026 are:
- Day of Tarwiyah (8 Dhul-Hijjah) — Monday, 25 May 2026
- Day of Arafah (9 Dhul-Hijjah) — Tuesday, 26 May 2026
- Eid al-Adha (10 Dhul-Hijjah) — Wednesday, 27 May 2026
- Days of Tashreeq (11–13 Dhul-Hijjah) — 28–30 May 2026
These are estimates. The Saudi Supreme Court announces the official Hajj 2026 dates after sighting the new moon of Dhul-Hijjah, typically about a week before, so the exact day may shift by one day from the dates above.
Saudi Hajj Channel — Official Hajj 2026 Coverage
The Saudi Hajj channel carries the rites of Hajj from the Holy Sites live throughout the Hajj 2026 season and is the official source for following the tawaf, the sa’i, the standing at Arafah, the stoning of the Jamarat, the Arafah sermon, and the Eid prayer. This player combines the official Saudi TV transmission with backup feeds from the Saudi Quran TV channel, the Sunnah TV channel, and Masjid al-Haram to keep the Hajj live broadcast and telecast running for pilgrims and viewers around the world without interruption.
Broadcasting Channels and Satellite Frequencies
Many viewers in Saudi Arabia and abroad look up the Saudi Hajj channel’s frequency on Nilesat or Arabsat to watch the Hajj live transmission on television. The Saudi Quran TV and Sunnah TV channels broadcast on Nilesat alongside Saudi Arabia TV, with frequencies updated each season by the Saudi Broadcasting Authority. Instead of hunting for the current frequency, you can watch the same live stream here over the internet — it works on phone, computer, and smart TV without tuning satellite channels.
About the Hajj 2026 Season
Hajj is the fifth pillar of Islam — an obligation on every able Muslim once in a lifetime. Each year millions of pilgrims travel to the Holy Sites in Makkah during Dhul-Hijjah to perform the rites in the largest gathering of people on Earth, and the Hajj 2026 live broadcast brings the rites to viewers around the world.
The Hajj journey begins at the Miqat with ihram and the intention to perform the rites, then proceeds to Makkah for the tawaf and sa’i, then to Mina on the Day of Tarwiyah, then to Arafah on the 9th of Dhul-Hijjah, then to Muzdalifah for the night, then back to Mina for the stoning of the Jamarat and the nights of Tashreeq, and finally the farewell tawaf.
The Holy Sites — Live Now
Arafat Live (Arafah) — The Day of Arafah, the Greatest Pillar
Standing at Arafah (also spelled Arafat) on the 9th of Dhul-Hijjah is the greatest pillar of Hajj. The Prophet (ﷺ) said: “Hajj is Arafah.” The Day of Arafah live coverage from the plain of Arafat begins at dawn on the 9th and includes the Arafah khutbah (sermon) from Masjid Namirah, the Dhuhr and Asr prayers shortened and combined, and supplication and remembrance until sunset.
Mina Live — Day of Tarwiyah and Days of Tashreeq
Pilgrims spend the night of the 8th of Dhul-Hijjah (Day of Tarwiyah) at Mina, then return to it after departing Muzdalifah for the nights of Tashreeq (11th, 12th, and 13th of Dhul-Hijjah), stoning the three Jamarat each day after midday.
Muzdalifah — The Night of Eid
After sunset on the Day of Arafah, pilgrims proceed to Muzdalifah for the Maghrib and Isha prayers combined, spend the night there, gather pebbles for the Jamarat, and depart for Mina at dawn on the Day of Sacrifice.
Stoning the Jamarat — Greater, Middle, and Smaller
The stoning of the Jamarat begins on the morning of the Day of Sacrifice (10 Dhul-Hijjah) with the casting of seven pebbles at the Greater Jamarah (Jamrat al-Aqabah), then is repeated at all three Jamarat throughout the Days of Tashreeq after midday.
What you’ll see in the broadcast
- The tawaf around the Holy Kaaba from Masjid al-Haram
- Live shots from the plain of Arafat on the Day of Standing
- The night at Muzdalifah and the stoning of the Jamarat at Mina
- The Arafah sermon from Masjid Namirah
- The Eid prayer and the sacrifice
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Saudi Hajj live channel?
The Saudi Hajj channel is the official broadcaster of the Hajj rites from the Holy Sites during the Hajj season. This player aggregates the available feeds from the Saudi Quran TV channel, the Sunnah TV channel, and Masjid al-Haram to keep the Hajj live broadcast running for pilgrims around the clock.
How do I follow the Arafat broadcast live on the 9th of Dhul-Hijjah?
The Day of Arafah (9 Dhul-Hijjah) is the greatest pillar of Hajj. Live coverage from the plain of Arafat begins at dawn and includes the Arafah sermon from Masjid Namirah, then the Dhuhr and Asr prayers shortened and combined, and the standing until sunset. Open this page on the 9th to follow the official broadcast.
What is the satellite frequency of the Saudi Hajj channel?
The Saudi Quran TV and Sunnah TV channels broadcast on Nilesat and Arabsat, with frequencies updated each season by the Saudi Broadcasting Authority. For a guaranteed feed we recommend watching the live stream on this page — it carries the same content over the internet without needing to tune satellite frequencies.
When does the Hajj season start?
The Hajj season begins on the 8th of Dhul-Hijjah (the Day of Tarwiyah) and continues through the 13th. The Day of Arafah (9 Dhul-Hijjah) is the greatest pillar, followed by the Day of Sacrifice (Eid) on the 10th, then the three Days of Tashreeq.
What does the Hajj live broadcast show?
The broadcast shows the rites and rituals of Hajj from the Holy Sites: the tawaf around the Holy Kaaba, the sa’i between Safa and Marwa, the standing at Arafah, the night at Muzdalifah, the stoning of the Jamarat at Mina, the Arafah sermon, the Eid prayer, the sacrifice, and the farewell tawaf.
What are the Days of Tashreeq?
The Days of Tashreeq are the three days following the Day of Sacrifice (10 Dhul-Hijjah) — namely the 11th, 12th, and 13th of Dhul-Hijjah. Pilgrims spend the nights at Mina and stone the three Jamarat each day after midday.
What should I do if the stream stops?
Use the Stream 2 or Stream 3 buttons under the player to switch to backup sources (Quran TV channel and Masjid al-Haram).
How do I watch the Hajj live today?
Open this page on any phone, tablet, computer, or smart TV — the Hajj live transmission plays directly in your browser without needing any app or satellite receiver. Press play on the live player at the top of the page to start watching the Saudi Hajj channel right now.
Where can I watch Hajj live online?
You can watch Hajj live on this page, which carries the official Saudi Hajj channel along with backup feeds from the Saudi Quran TV channel, the Sunnah TV channel, and Masjid al-Haram. The same live broadcast is available on Saudi Arabia TV during the Hajj season, but watching here on the web works on any device worldwide.