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Israel Holidays 2026

20 public holidays in Israel. Next up: Fast of Esther in 22 days!

22
Days
20
Hours
23
Mins
57
Secs
until Fast of Esther
Asia/Jerusalem timezone
20
Total Holidays
19
Upcoming
1
Passed
4
Months

Upcoming Holidays

19 remaining

Holidays by Month

February 2026 1 holiday

02
Mon
Passed

March 2026 6 holidays

02
Mon
22 days
02
Mon
22 days
03
Tue
23 days
04
Wed
24 days
20
Fri
40 days
28
Sat
Aliyah Day Weekend
48 days

April 2026 11 holidays

01
Wed
52 days
02
Thu
53 days
03
Fri
54 days
04
Sat
55 days
05
Sun
56 days
06
Mon
57 days
07
Tue
58 days
08
Wed
59 days
14
Tue
65 days
21
Tue
72 days
22
Wed
73 days

May 2026 2 holidays

05
Tue
86 days
15
Fri
96 days

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does Israel have in 2026?▼

Israel has 20 public holidays in 2026. These are official days when most businesses, schools, and government offices are closed.

What is the next public holiday in Israel?▼

The next public holiday in Israel is Fast of Esther on March 2, 2026. That's in 22 days!

Are these official public holidays?▼

Yes, these are official public holidays recognized by Israel. Our data is collected from official government sources and verified for accuracy.

Do public holidays in Israel apply to all regions?▼

Most national holidays apply countrywide. However, some countries have regional holidays specific to certain states, provinces, or territories. The holidays listed here are those recognized nationally.