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Israel Holidays 2026

20 public holidays in Israel. Next up: Fast of Esther in 13 days!

13
Days
12
Hours
36
Mins
10
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
13 days
02
Mon
13 days
03
Tue
14 days
04
Wed
15 days
20
Fri
31 days
28
Sat
Aliyah Day Weekend
39 days

April 2026 11 holidays

01
Wed
43 days
02
Thu
44 days
03
Fri
45 days
04
Sat
46 days
05
Sun
47 days
06
Mon
48 days
07
Tue
49 days
08
Wed
50 days
14
Tue
56 days
21
Tue
63 days
22
Wed
64 days

May 2026 2 holidays

05
Tue
77 days
15
Fri
87 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 13 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.