All Things Ramadan 1447 | 2026 at ICN 12South Masjid

ICN Administration
Feb 17
3 min read

Updated: Mar 16

AsSalam Alaikum Our Dear Community,

May this blessed month bring abundant blessings to us all. May it be a time of joyful news for Muslims everywhere, an opportunity to restore relationships, bring families together, and above all, strengthen our relationship with Allah.

- Imam Ossama Bahloul of the Islamic Center of Nashville -

Join us for prayers, iftar, and special programs at ICN 12 South!

First Day of Ramadan

The first day of Ramadan 1447 was Wednesday, February 18, 2026. The first Taraweeh was on Tuesday night, February 17th. For information regarding the method used to determine the start of Ramadan, see the Fiqh Council of North America calendar.

Ramadan Prayer Times

Click the button below to view the daily prayer times for Ramadan. The one on the right side shows the iqama times at ICN 12 South.

See and Download Prayer Times

Taraweeh & Khatam Al-Quran

Taraweeh

(Every Day after Isha'a)

We are praying 8 Rakah followed by Witr and then resume praying another 12 Rakah Taraweeh and Witr for those wishing to pray 20 Rakah.
Fajr Iqama is 10 minutes after during the last 10 days of Ramadan.
Isha'a iqama is at 8:45 PM started on 3/13 (Ramadan 24).
There will be a 5-minute nightly talk during the break in Taraweeh prayer related to Seerah (a significant figure in the history of Islam)

Tahajjud at ICN 12 South

We are praying Tahajud at 4:00 AM each day on the last 10 days of Ramadan, followed by Suhoor.

Khatam Al-Qur'an (Tuesday, March 17) at ICN 12 South

ICN Community, please join us for the completion of the Qur’an recitation. Special treats will be served, insha’Allah!

Zakat Al-Fitr / Fidya/ Kaffara Deadline is Wednesday, March 18

Please pay your Zakat Al Fitr using the link below or cash/check at ICN. This is the right of those less fortunate to enjoy the celebration of Eid as well. We'd like for you to pay as early as possible to facilitate the distribution of all Fitra funds before the Eid prayer. We will distribute funds locally to individuals/families (including refugees) who have a verified need, insha'Allah, and the remaining funds will be sent to Gaza and the Horn of Africa through verified organizations.

Pay Zakat Al-Fitr

If you know a person or family in Middle Tennessee eligible for Zakat Al-Fitr, please have them complete the form below.

Apply for Zakat Al-Fitr

Sisters' Maqra'ah Eid Eve Night Celebration

on Thursday, March 19th

Eid Al-Fitr is on Friday, March 20th

For the method used for determining Eid Al-Fitr, please see the Fiqh Council of North America calendar here.

Eid Salat will be at The Fairgrounds Nashville (Expo 3) - 320 Wedgewood Ave, Nashville, TN 37203 - (Google Maps)
Takbirat starts at 8:30 AM, Prayer at 9:30 AM (Sharp). Sheikh Ossama Bahloul will lead the Salat and Khutbah.

You can use this link to download a copy of the Eid excuse letter.

Ramadan Question of the Day Quiz

Our Ramadan Quiz is testing your knowledge while embracing the spirit of Ramadan! Answer a question each day before 11:59 PM, learn something new, and stay engaged throughout the blessed month.

Green Ramadan

Sponsor an Iftar or Suhoor at ICN 12 South

Sponsor an Iftar or Suhoor

Muslim Young Professionals Nashville

It’s the best time of year — and MYP is back again for the fifth Ramadan! Be on the lookout for more info on our GroupMe & Instagram @mypnash!

Help Us Sustain the House of Allah this Ramadan

Join ICN’s Sustainers Program by starting or increasing your monthly automatic donation this Ramadan. When you sign up or increase your monthly "Sustainer" donation, you make a lasting impact on ICN's sustainability and self-sufficiency!

These recurring donations provide reliable support for ICN to continue its mission as a center for Islamic Knowledge and spirituality and to foster understanding of Islam and Muslims in Middle TN.

We have 230 "Sustainers" who give anywhere between $5 - $1,000 on auto-draft, averaging $50/monthly per person. Please sign up to become an ICN “Sustainer” and help us reach our goal of 80 new or upgraded "Sustainers"!

Join us in creating or increasing current automatic donations today using the links below, and let us make the most of this blessed time together!