Israk and Mikraj commemorate the Prophet Muhammad’s miraculous night journey from Mecca to Jerusalem (the Israk) and his ascension through the heavens (the Mikraj). It is one of the most significant events in the Islamic tradition, and in Kelantan the occasion is marked with devotion across the state.
Mosques and religious institutions hold special prayers, recitations, and talks retelling the story and its lessons, often gathering large congregations in the evening. For the community it is a night of remembrance and renewal of faith, observed with the seriousness it carries throughout the Muslim world.
Practical notes: The date moves each year with the Islamic calendar. Evening gatherings at mosques are the main observance; visitors are welcome to take them in respectfully and should dress modestly. Some areas may see larger crowds near major mosques.