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X-WR-CALNAME:Israel Public Holidays 2026
X-WR-CALDESC:Public holidays in Israel for 2026.
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UID:Purim-2026-03-02@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260420T115041Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260302
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260303
SUMMARY:Purim
DESCRIPTION:March 2–3\, 2026. Purim commemorates events described in the Book of Esther and is known for its joyful\, carnival-like atmosphere. People wear costumes\, attend parades\, exchange gifts\, and join public readings of the Megillah. It is a religious observance\, not a full public holiday\, so most businesses remain open while schools are usually closed.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/israel/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:Purim-2026-03-03@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260420T115041Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260304
SUMMARY:Purim
DESCRIPTION:March 2–3\, 2026. Purim commemorates events described in the Book of Esther and is known for its joyful\, carnival-like atmosphere. People wear costumes\, attend parades\, exchange gifts\, and join public readings of the Megillah. It is a religious observance\, not a full public holiday\, so most businesses remain open while schools are usually closed.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/israel/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:Pesach (Passover)-2026-04-02@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260420T115041Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260402
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260403
SUMMARY:Pesach (Passover)
DESCRIPTION:April 1–8\, 2026. Passover commemorates the Exodus of the Israelites from Egypt. The first day (Apr 1) and last day (Apr 8) are full public holidays with widespread closures and no public transport. The intermediate days (Apr 2–7) are religious observances\, during which many offices operate on reduced schedules. Food restrictions are widely observed\, and bread products are largely unavailable.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/israel/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:Pesach (Passover)-2026-04-03@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260420T115041Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260404
SUMMARY:Pesach (Passover)
DESCRIPTION:April 1–8\, 2026. Passover commemorates the Exodus of the Israelites from Egypt. The first day (Apr 1) and last day (Apr 8) are full public holidays with widespread closures and no public transport. The intermediate days (Apr 2–7) are religious observances\, during which many offices operate on reduced schedules. Food restrictions are widely observed\, and bread products are largely unavailable.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/israel/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:Pesach (Passover)-2026-04-04@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260420T115041Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260404
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260405
SUMMARY:Pesach (Passover)
DESCRIPTION:April 1–8\, 2026. Passover commemorates the Exodus of the Israelites from Egypt. The first day (Apr 1) and last day (Apr 8) are full public holidays with widespread closures and no public transport. The intermediate days (Apr 2–7) are religious observances\, during which many offices operate on reduced schedules. Food restrictions are widely observed\, and bread products are largely unavailable.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/israel/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:Pesach (Passover)-2026-04-05@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260420T115041Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260405
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260406
SUMMARY:Pesach (Passover)
DESCRIPTION:April 1–8\, 2026. Passover commemorates the Exodus of the Israelites from Egypt. The first day (Apr 1) and last day (Apr 8) are full public holidays with widespread closures and no public transport. The intermediate days (Apr 2–7) are religious observances\, during which many offices operate on reduced schedules. Food restrictions are widely observed\, and bread products are largely unavailable.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/israel/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:Pesach (Passover)-2026-04-06@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260420T115041Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260407
SUMMARY:Pesach (Passover)
DESCRIPTION:April 1–8\, 2026. Passover commemorates the Exodus of the Israelites from Egypt. The first day (Apr 1) and last day (Apr 8) are full public holidays with widespread closures and no public transport. The intermediate days (Apr 2–7) are religious observances\, during which many offices operate on reduced schedules. Food restrictions are widely observed\, and bread products are largely unavailable.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/israel/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:Pesach (Passover)-2026-04-07@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260420T115041Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260407
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260408
SUMMARY:Pesach (Passover)
DESCRIPTION:April 1–8\, 2026. Passover commemorates the Exodus of the Israelites from Egypt. The first day (Apr 1) and last day (Apr 8) are full public holidays with widespread closures and no public transport. The intermediate days (Apr 2–7) are religious observances\, during which many offices operate on reduced schedules. Food restrictions are widely observed\, and bread products are largely unavailable.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/israel/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:Pesach (Passover)-2026-04-08@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260420T115041Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260408
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260409
SUMMARY:Pesach (Passover)
DESCRIPTION:April 1–8\, 2026. Passover commemorates the Exodus of the Israelites from Egypt. The first day (Apr 1) and last day (Apr 8) are full public holidays with widespread closures and no public transport. The intermediate days (Apr 2–7) are religious observances\, during which many offices operate on reduced schedules. Food restrictions are widely observed\, and bread products are largely unavailable.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/israel/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:Yom HaShoah-2026-04-14@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260420T115041Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260415
SUMMARY:Yom HaShoah
DESCRIPTION:April 14\, 2026. Yom HaShoah honors the victims of the Holocaust. At 10:00 AM\, a nationwide siren sounds and daily life pauses in silence. It is a national observance\, not a public holiday\, so businesses generally remain open\, though the day is marked by ceremonies and memorial events.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/israel/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:Yom HaZikaron-2026-04-21@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260420T115041Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260422
SUMMARY:Yom HaZikaron
DESCRIPTION:April 21\, 2026. Yom HaZikaron commemorates fallen Israeli soldiers and victims of terrorism. Sirens sound in the evening and again the following morning. Entertainment venues close\, and the public atmosphere is solemn. It is a national observance\, transitioning directly into Independence Day at sunset.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/israel/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:Yom Ha'atzmaut (Independence Day)-2026-04-22@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260420T115041Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260423
SUMMARY:Yom Ha'atzmaut (Independence Day)
DESCRIPTION:April 21–22\, 2026. Yom Ha’atzmaut (Independence Day) celebrates the founding of the State of Israel in 1948 and begins immediately after Memorial Day ends at sunset. Celebrations include fireworks\, concerts\, and family gatherings. While officially a national observance\, it functions as a de facto public holiday with many closures and limited transport.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/israel/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:Jerusalem Day-2026-05-15@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260420T115041Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260516
SUMMARY:Jerusalem Day
DESCRIPTION:May 15\, 2026. Jerusalem Day marks the reunification of Jerusalem in 1967. It is observed with parades\, ceremonies\, and prayers\, particularly in Jerusalem. It is a religious and national observance\, and while some institutions close\, many businesses operate as usual outside the capital.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/israel/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:Shavuot-2026-05-22@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260420T115041Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260523
SUMMARY:Shavuot
DESCRIPTION:May 21–22\, 2026. Shavuot commemorates the giving of the Torah at Mount Sinai. Traditions include all-night study sessions and dairy-based meals. It is a public holiday\, with business closures and suspended public transport\, similar to Shabbat.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/israel/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:Tisha B'Av-2026-07-22@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260420T115041Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260722
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260723
SUMMARY:Tisha B'Av
DESCRIPTION:July 22–23\, 2026. Tisha B’Av is a day of mourning for the destruction of the First and Second Temples in Jerusalem. It is observed with fasting and prayer. It is a religious observance\, not a public holiday\, though some businesses close or reduce hours.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/israel/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:Tisha B'Av-2026-07-23@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260420T115041Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260723
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260724
SUMMARY:Tisha B'Av
DESCRIPTION:July 22–23\, 2026. Tisha B’Av is a day of mourning for the destruction of the First and Second Temples in Jerusalem. It is observed with fasting and prayer. It is a religious observance\, not a public holiday\, though some businesses close or reduce hours.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/israel/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:Rosh Hashanah-2026-09-12@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260420T115041Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260913
SUMMARY:Rosh Hashanah
DESCRIPTION:September 11–13\, 2026. Rosh Hashanah marks the beginning of the Jewish New Year and a period of reflection. It is a multi-day public holiday\, during which businesses close\, public transport stops\, and families gather for festive meals featuring symbolic foods.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/israel/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:Rosh Hashanah-2026-09-13@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260420T115041Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260914
SUMMARY:Rosh Hashanah
DESCRIPTION:September 11–13\, 2026. Rosh Hashanah marks the beginning of the Jewish New Year and a period of reflection. It is a multi-day public holiday\, during which businesses close\, public transport stops\, and families gather for festive meals featuring symbolic foods.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/israel/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:Yom Kippur-2026-09-21@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260420T115041Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260921
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260922
SUMMARY:Yom Kippur
DESCRIPTION:September 20–21\, 2026. Yom Kippur is the holiest day in the Jewish calendar\, dedicated to fasting and reflection. Israel effectively shuts down: all businesses close\, public transport stops completely\, and streets are famously empty. It is a full public holiday.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/israel/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:Sukkot-2026-09-26@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260420T115041Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927
SUMMARY:Sukkot
DESCRIPTION:September 25–October 2\, 2026. Sukkot commemorates the Israelites’ journey through the desert. Temporary outdoor huts (sukkahs) are built for meals and gatherings. The first day (Sep 25) is a public holiday\; the remaining days are religious observances with partial business operations. Public transport is limited on the main holiday day.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/israel/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:Sukkot-2026-09-27@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260420T115041Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928
SUMMARY:Sukkot
DESCRIPTION:September 25–October 2\, 2026. Sukkot commemorates the Israelites’ journey through the desert. Temporary outdoor huts (sukkahs) are built for meals and gatherings. The first day (Sep 25) is a public holiday\; the remaining days are religious observances with partial business operations. Public transport is limited on the main holiday day.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/israel/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:Sukkot-2026-09-28@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260420T115041Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260928
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260929
SUMMARY:Sukkot
DESCRIPTION:September 25–October 2\, 2026. Sukkot commemorates the Israelites’ journey through the desert. Temporary outdoor huts (sukkahs) are built for meals and gatherings. The first day (Sep 25) is a public holiday\; the remaining days are religious observances with partial business operations. Public transport is limited on the main holiday day.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/israel/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:Sukkot-2026-09-29@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260420T115041Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260930
SUMMARY:Sukkot
DESCRIPTION:September 25–October 2\, 2026. Sukkot commemorates the Israelites’ journey through the desert. Temporary outdoor huts (sukkahs) are built for meals and gatherings. The first day (Sep 25) is a public holiday\; the remaining days are religious observances with partial business operations. Public transport is limited on the main holiday day.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/israel/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:Sukkot-2026-09-30@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260420T115041Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261001
SUMMARY:Sukkot
DESCRIPTION:September 25–October 2\, 2026. Sukkot commemorates the Israelites’ journey through the desert. Temporary outdoor huts (sukkahs) are built for meals and gatherings. The first day (Sep 25) is a public holiday\; the remaining days are religious observances with partial business operations. Public transport is limited on the main holiday day.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/israel/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:Sukkot-2026-10-01@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260420T115041Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261002
SUMMARY:Sukkot
DESCRIPTION:September 25–October 2\, 2026. Sukkot commemorates the Israelites’ journey through the desert. Temporary outdoor huts (sukkahs) are built for meals and gatherings. The first day (Sep 25) is a public holiday\; the remaining days are religious observances with partial business operations. Public transport is limited on the main holiday day.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/israel/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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UID:Sukkot-2026-10-02@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260420T115041Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261002
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261003
SUMMARY:Sukkot
DESCRIPTION:September 25–October 2\, 2026. Sukkot commemorates the Israelites’ journey through the desert. Temporary outdoor huts (sukkahs) are built for meals and gatherings. The first day (Sep 25) is a public holiday\; the remaining days are religious observances with partial business operations. Public transport is limited on the main holiday day.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/israel/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
TRANSP:TRANSPARENT
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UID:Simchat Torah-2026-10-04@publicholidaysin.com
DTSTAMP:20260420T115041Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261005
SUMMARY:Simchat Torah
DESCRIPTION:October 3–4\, 2026. Simchat Torah celebrates the completion and restart of the annual Torah reading cycle. It is marked by joyful dancing and singing in public spaces and synagogues. It is a public holiday\, with widespread closures and limited transportation.
URL:https://publicholidaysin.com/israel/2026
STATUS:CONFIRMED
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