On the 29th night of Ramadan, over 4.1 million worshipers and Umrah performers converged at Masjid al-Haram, setting a new record for the highest attendance at the Grand Mosque—surpassing even Hajj figures—with more than 4 million joining in the Khatam Al Quran during Taraweeh prayers.
Tonight, at the end of Taraweeh prayers in Masjid Al-Haram, President Sheikh Abdur Rahman As-Sudais will complete the recitation of the Quran and deliver his 35th consecutive Khatam Al-Quran dua, a powerful 30-minute supplication that will also include the Qunut during Witr prayers.
Sheikh Sudais announces from the mihrab of Masjid Al Haram that Khatam Al Quran will be held during Taraweeh prayers on the 29th night of Ramadan, corresponding to the evening of 28 March 2025, at both the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque.
On the 27th night of Ramadan 2025, Masjid al-Haram in Makkah set a new record with 3.44 million worshipers attending, that’s more than Hajj which usually sees a crowd of 1.5 to 2.5 million.
During Ramadan 2025, the Saudi Red Crescent in Medina swiftly rescued an 85-year-old Iraqi pilgrim who suffered a heart attack in the courtyards of the Prophet’s Mosque.
Over 3 million worshipers and 662,500 Umrah pilgrims gathered at the Grand Mosque on the 22nd-23rd of Ramadan, with King Abdulaziz Gate recording the highest entries.
To ease congestion at Masjid al-Haram during Ramadan, the Ministry has announced that visitors will be allowed to perform only one Umrah during the last ten days.
In Ramadan 2025, 4000 people are observing Itikaf at Masjid an Nabawi with dedicated spaces for men and women. A wide range of services—including translation, healthcare, meals, and educational programs—will support the spiritual journey of every participant.
Starting tonight, Tahajjud prayers, consisting of 10 Rak’ahs, will be held at Masjid al Haram and Masjid an Nabawi from 12:30 AM, with the Witr prayer now scheduled to follow the conclusion of Tahajjud.
New visitation timings for the Rawdah have been announced for the last ten nights of Ramadan, with separate schedules for men and women to ensure a smooth and organized experience for all pilgrims.
During Ramadan, the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah distributes over 1.5 million dates daily as part of packaged meals for those breaking their fast, with each meal containing seven dates.