Israel Public Holidays 2026

View the complete list of public holidays and bank holidays in Israel for 2026. Plan your year ahead with official dates, weekdays, and observances.

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                        About Public Holidays in Israel

                        Public holidays in Israel are official observances that may affect government offices, schools, banks, businesses, and public services. These holidays often include national celebrations, religious observances, and important civic dates.

                        This calendar helps residents, travelers, employers, and families plan vacations, work schedules, school breaks, and business closures around official holiday dates.

                        Working Days and Business Closures

                        On major public holidays, many government offices, banks, schools, and private businesses may close or operate with reduced hours. Opening times for shops, restaurants, transport, and local services can vary.

                        Always check with local authorities, employers, or service providers for exact opening hours during public holidays.

                        All Public Holidays in Israel 2026

                        DateDayHolidayType
                        April 2, 2026ThursdayפסחPublic Holiday
                        April 8, 2026Wednesdayמימונה, שביעי של פסחPublic Holiday
                        April 22, 2026Wednesdayיום העצמאותPublic Holiday
                        May 22, 2026FridayשבועותPublic Holiday
                        September 12, 2026Saturdayראש השנהPublic Holiday
                        September 13, 2026Sundayראש השנה יום 2Public Holiday
                        September 21, 2026Mondayיום כיפורPublic Holiday
                        September 26, 2026SaturdayסוכותPublic Holiday
                        October 3, 2026Saturdayשמחת תורה/שמיני עצרתPublic Holiday
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                        All Public Holidays in Israel 2027

                        DateDayHolidayType
                        April 22, 2027ThursdayפסחPublic Holiday
                        April 28, 2027Wednesdayמימונה, שביעי של פסחPublic Holiday
                        May 12, 2027Wednesdayיום העצמאותPublic Holiday
                        June 11, 2027FridayשבועותPublic Holiday
                        October 2, 2027Saturdayראש השנהPublic Holiday
                        October 3, 2027Sundayראש השנה יום 2Public Holiday
                        October 11, 2027Mondayיום כיפורPublic Holiday
                        October 16, 2027SaturdayסוכותPublic Holiday
                        October 23, 2027Saturdayשמחת תורה/שמיני עצרתPublic Holiday

                        Frequently Asked Questions

                        How many public holidays are there in Israel?

                        The number of public holidays in Israel can vary by year depending on official calendars, weekends, and local observances.

                        Do businesses close on public holidays in Israel?

                        Many government offices, banks, schools, and businesses close on major public holidays, although private businesses may follow different schedules.

                        Are public holidays the same every year?

                        Some holidays fall on fixed dates every year, while others change because they are based on weekends, religious calendars, or official yearly announcements.

                        How can I take fewer PTO days but get more time off in Israel?

                        Use the "Best Time to Take PTO / Vacation" section on this page. It automatically finds the public holidays in Israel that fall closest to a weekend and tells you exactly how many PTO or vacation days to book to turn them into the longest possible consecutive break.

                        What is the "Smart Time Off" feature?

                        Smart Time Off highlights the single best upcoming opportunity to bridge a public holiday in Israel with a weekend using the fewest PTO or vacation days, so you can plan ahead for the biggest break with the least time taken off work.

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