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Tisha B'Av 2026 - Date, Fast Times and Observances
Tisha B'Av 2026 falls on Thursday, July 23, 2026 (9 Av 5786).
Fast begins: Wednesday evening, July 22 at sunset.
Fast ends: Thursday, July 23 at nightfall.
What is Tisha B'Av?
Tisha B'Av (the 9th of Av) is the saddest day in the Jewish calendar. It commemorates the destruction of both the First Temple (586 BCE) and Second Temple (70 CE), among other tragedies in Jewish history.
Observances
- 25-hour fast - no food or drink
- No bathing or washing
- No leather shoes
- Sitting low (on the floor or low chairs) until midday
- Reading the Book of Lamentations (Eicha)
Tisha B'Av Upcoming Dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | July 23 | Thursday |
| 2027 | July 12 | Monday |
| 2028 | August 1 | Tuesday |
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