When are Tarwiyah and Arafah fasting in 2026? Here are their virtues, practices and intentions

Muslims in Indonesia will soon observe Eid al-Adha 1447 H. One of the most recommended practices before the feast is to observe sunnah fasting in the month of Dzulhijjah, namely Tarwiyah fast and Arafah fast. Based on the Hijri calendar and current trend data, searches for this worship schedule are rising sharply. Here is a complete guide to the schedule, niat, and virtues of Tarwiyah and Arafah fasts in 2026.

The determination of 1 Dzulhijjah 1447 H will officially await the results of the government’s isbat session. However, if we refer to astronomical dating, here is an estimated schedule: The certainty of the date relies on the decision of the Ministry of Religious Affairs of the RI through the isbat session typically held before the start of Dzul Hijjah.

Tarwiyah fast is observed on the 8th day of Dzulhijjah. The word Tarwiyah originates from the Arabic ar-rawiyah meaning to reflect or think. This refers to the story of Prophet Ibrahim AS who reflected on a dream from Allah regarding the command to sacrifice his son, Prophet Ismail AS.

Arafah fast is observed on the 9th of Dzulhijjah, coinciding with the pilgrims performing wuquf at Arafat. This fast is highly recommended (sunnah muakkadah) for Muslims who are not performing Hajj.

For those who wish to observe it, here are the intended prayers (niat):

Observing both fasts carries immense virtue in the sight of Allah SWT, including:

In addition to fasting, Muslims are also encouraged to increase other acts of worship during the month of Dzul Hijjah, such as:

This information about the schedule and virtues of Tarwiyah and Arafah fasts 2026. May we be granted the strength to carry out these sunna acts with devotion. (Z-4)

Puasa ini merupakan salah satu amalan yang dianjurkan di 10 hari pertama bulan Dzulhijjah, hari-hari yang sangat dimuliakan dalam Islam.

Puasa Tarwiyah adalah ibadah sunnah yang dilaksanakan pada tanggal 8 Dzulhijjah, atau esok hari, Rabu (4/5) memiliki banyak keutamaan dan manfaat.

Puasa Tarwiyah dan Arafah merupakan amalan sunnah yang sangat dianjurkan bagi umat Islam, terutama pada bulan Dzulhijjah.

Menjelang Hari Raya Idul Adha 2025, umat Islam disunnahkan untuk memperbanyak amal ibadah, salah satunya dengan melaksanakan puasa sunnah.

Puasa Tarwiyah adalah salah satu ibadah sunnah yang dilaksanakan pada tanggal 8 Dzulhijjah, sehari sebelum puasa Arafah.