CHECKLIST
Passover Seder Checklist 2026 - Complete Preparation Guide
Seder night is approaching! Here's a complete checklist for a perfect Seder - from the Seder plate to kids' activities.
Seder Plate - 6 Items
- Zeroa - Roasted shank bone
- Beitzah - Hard-boiled egg (roasted)
- Maror - Bitter herbs (romaine lettuce or horseradish)
- Charoset - Date/apple paste with nuts and wine
- Karpas - Celery or parsley for dipping
- Chazeret - Additional bitter herbs for Korech
Matzah and Wine
- 3 Shmura matzot (minimum) for the Seder plate
- Matzah for all participants
- 4 cups of wine or grape juice per person
- Cup of Elijah
- Salt water for dipping
Table Setup
- White tablecloth
- Pillows for reclining (left side)
- Haggadot for every participant
- Plates, cups, cutlery
- Bowl and towel for hand washing
- Holiday candles and candlesticks
When is the Seder in 2026?
| Event | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Search for Chametz | March 31, 2026 (evening) | Tuesday |
| Burn Chametz | April 1, 2026 (morning) | Wednesday |
| Seder Night | April 1, 2026 (evening) | Wednesday |
| Last day of Passover | April 8, 2026 | Wednesday |
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