Moussem of Moulay Idriss in Morocco
Religious and cultural pilgrimage festival
Quick Facts
Religious Holiday
Has spiritual and religious significance
Multi-Day Celebration
Celebrated over 8 days in Morocco
Holiday Type
Classification in Morocco
Festival
Celebrated as a cultural festival
About Moussem of Moulay Idriss
Religious and cultural pilgrimage festival
A religious festival in honor of Moulay Idriss, the founder of Morocco's first dynasty.
One of Morocco's largest moussems (religious festivals), celebrating Moulay Idriss I, founder of the first Islamic dynasty in Morocco. The festival combines religious pilgrimage with cultural celebrations.
Practical Information in Morocco
Banks
Banks are closed
🏦 ClosedSchools
Educational institutions are closed
🏫 ClosedGovernment Offices
Government services unavailable
🏛️ ClosedHistorical Significance in Morocco
Started as a pilgrimage to Moulay Idriss's tomb, it has grown into a large festival.
Calendar Details
Calendar Systems
Types of Celebration
religious
Traditional religious celebrations
cultural
Traditional cultural celebrations
On this day in African history
Historical Timeline
Last observed in Morocco
🇲🇦Final celebration recorded in Morocco
⏰ Last Observed