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Purim 2026 - Date, Traditions, Costumes and Hamantaschen
Purim 2026 falls on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 (14 Adar).
Shushan Purim (Jerusalem): Wednesday, March 4.
Fast of Esther: Monday, March 2.
Four Mitzvot of Purim
- Megillah reading - Book of Esther (evening + morning)
- Mishloach Manot - gift baskets (2+ foods to 1+ friend)
- Matanot La'Evyonim - charity to at least 2 people
- Purim Feast (Seudah) - festive meal during the day
Purim Traditions
- Costumes - everyone dresses up!
- Hamantaschen - triangular filled cookies
- Graggers (noisemakers) - drown out Haman's name
- Drinking wine - festive celebration
- Parades and parties
Purim Upcoming Dates
| Year | Purim | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | March 3 | Tuesday |
| 2027 | March 23 | Tuesday |
| 2028 | March 12 | Sunday |
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