Navigating the Jewish calendar can feel like a journey through time itself, blending ancient lunar cycles with modern solar years. Whether you are planning communal events, observing religious traditions, or simply curious about when the holidays fall, having a reliable is essential.

The following dates mark the major observances for the next two years. Note that all Jewish holidays begin at on the evening before the date listed. 2026 (5786/5787) 2027 (5787/5788) Purim March 2–3 March 22–23 Passover (Pesach) April 1–9 April 21–29 Shavuot May 21–23 June 10–12 Tisha B'Av July 22–23 August 11–12 Rosh Hashanah Sept. 11–13 Oct. 1–3 Yom Kippur Sept. 20–21 Oct. 10–11 Sukkot Sept. 25 – Oct. 2 Oct. 15–22 Simchat Torah Oct. 3–4 Oct. 23–24 Hanukkah Dec. 4–12 Dec. 24 – Jan. 1

For full 8-year printable guides, you can access the Eight-Year Calendar of Jewish Holy Days from the Jewish Federation.

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Because the Hebrew calendar is lunisolar, holiday dates shift annually on the Gregorian calendar. Below is a comprehensive guide to the upcoming Jewish years, holiday traditions, and how the calendar functions.