Public holidays
Israel · 2026
9 public holidays observed in Israel during 2026. 7 school breaks shape travel demand. 3 long weekend opportunities.
All 2026 holidays
9 totalListCalendar
April 2026
- Apr2
Pesach (First Day)
Thursday
- Apr8
Pesach (Last Day)
Wednesday
- Apr22
Yom HaAtzmaut
Wednesday
May 2026
- May22
Shavuot
Friday
September 2026
- Sep12
Rosh Hashana (First Day)
Saturday · Weekend
- Sep13
Rosh Hashana (Second Day)
Sunday · Weekend
- Sep21
Yom Kippur
Monday
- Sep26
Sukkot
Saturday · Weekend
October 2026
- Oct3
Shemini Atzeret / Simchat Torah
Saturday · Weekend
LegendPublic holidayBridge day opportunityWeekend
January 2026
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February 2026
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March 2026
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April 2026
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2Pesach (First Day)🌉 4d
8Pesach (Last Day)
22Yom HaAtzmaut
3Bridge day → Pesach (First Day)
May 2026
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22Shavuot📅 3d
June 2026
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July 2026
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August 2026
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September 2026
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12Rosh Hashana (First Day)
13Rosh Hashana (Second Day)
21Yom Kippur📅 3d
26Sukkot
October 2026
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3Shemini Atzeret / Simchat Torah
November 2026
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December 2026
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Long weekend opportunities
Smart windows to maximize your time off.
Pesach (First Day)
Apr 2 – 5
4days off
Thu2★
Fri3↓ off
Sat4·
Sun5·
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Shavuot
May 22 – 24
3days off
Fri22★
Sat23·
Sun24·
Falls naturally on a weekend.
Yom Kippur
Sep 19 – 21
3days off
Sat19·
Sun20·
Mon21★
Falls naturally on a weekend.
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Plan your next long weekend
Choose a domestic or international Beevago pick for each upcoming break.
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School holidays 2026
When schools are closed — peak travel demand from families.
Mar3–4
Purim Break
Mar 3–4 · 2 days
Mar24
Passover Break
Mar 24 – Apr 8 · 16 days
May21–22
Shavuot Break
May 21–22 · 2 days
Jul1
Summer Holidays
Jul 1 – Aug 31 · 62 days
Sep10–13
Rosh Hashana Break
Sep 10–13 · 4 days
Sep20
Sukkot Break
Sep 20 – Oct 4 · 15 days
Dec5–12
Hanukkah Break
Dec 5–12 · 8 days
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Important public holiday information · Israel
General information
- •All Israeli public holidays follow the Hebrew calendar and change dates in the Gregorian calendar each year. Jewish holidays begin at sunset the evening before.
- •Non-Jewish employees (Muslim, Christian, Druze) may choose to observe their own religious holidays instead of Jewish holidays. Each employee is entitled to 9 paid holiday days regardless of religion.
Frequently asked questions
What are the public holidays in Israel in 2026?
Israel observes 9 public holidays in 2026, including Pesach (First Day) (April 2, 2026), Pesach (Last Day) (April 8, 2026), Yom HaAtzmaut (April 22, 2026), Shavuot (May 22, 2026), Rosh Hashana (First Day) (September 12, 2026). See the full list above for exact dates.
How many public holidays does Israel have in 2026?
Israel observes 9 national public holidays in 2026. Some regions may add additional regional holidays on top.
When is Pesach (First Day) in Israel 2026?
Pesach (First Day) in Israel falls on April 2, 2026.
When is Pesach (Last Day) in Israel 2026?
Pesach (Last Day) in Israel falls on April 8, 2026.
When is Yom HaAtzmaut in Israel 2026?
Yom HaAtzmaut in Israel falls on April 22, 2026.
When is Shavuot in Israel 2026?
Shavuot in Israel falls on May 22, 2026.
When is Rosh Hashana (First Day) in Israel 2026?
Rosh Hashana (First Day) in Israel falls on September 12, 2026.
When is Rosh Hashana (Second Day) in Israel 2026?
Rosh Hashana (Second Day) in Israel falls on September 13, 2026.
When is Yom Kippur in Israel 2026?
Yom Kippur in Israel falls on September 21, 2026.
When is Sukkot in Israel 2026?
Sukkot in Israel falls on September 26, 2026.
When is Shemini Atzeret / Simchat Torah in Israel 2026?
Shemini Atzeret / Simchat Torah in Israel falls on October 3, 2026.
What happens when a public holiday falls on a weekend in Israel?
Most public holidays in Israel are observed only on the exact date. Some countries grant a substitute weekday off when a holiday lands on a Saturday or Sunday — check the notes for each holiday above.
Are banks closed on public holidays in Israel?
Yes — most banks, public administration offices, and the stock exchange close on national public holidays. Some retail and tourism businesses stay open.
What is a "bridge day"?
A bridge day is a regular working day that falls between a public holiday and a weekend (e.g. a Friday after a Thursday holiday). Many people take this day off to extend the long weekend without using extra vacation.
Are these dates official for Israel?
Dates are sourced from official government publications and the relevant ministries. Always confirm regional and local observances closer to your travel date — especially for substitute holidays and bank-only days.