When is Rosh Hashana 2026?
Rosh Hashana 2026 falls on September 12, 2026. Jewish New Year 5787. Falls Friday-Sunday - three consecutive days off. Shofar blowing, prayers, Tashlich.
Holiday Details
| Holiday Name | Rosh Hashana |
|---|---|
| Gregorian Date | September 12, 2026 - September 13, 2026 |
| Hebrew Date | א'-ב' בתשרי ה'תשפ"ז |
| Day of Week | Friday evening through Sunday |
| Type | Major Holiday |
| Day Off Work | Yes ✅ |
| School Holiday | Yes ✅ |
About א'-ב' תשרי תשפ"ז
Rosh Hashana - Jewish New Year 5787! A holiday of prayer, shofar blowing and repentance. In 2026 falls Sat-Sun. Customs: shofar blowing, apple dipped in honey, fish head, pomegranate and symbolic foods. Tashlich - going to water and symbolically casting away sins. Two full holiday days.
Customs and Traditions
- 📯 Shofar Blowing - 100 blasts
- 🍎 Apple in Honey - for a sweet new year
- 🐟 Fish Head - to be at the head
- 🍯 Simanim - pomegranate, beets, dates, beans
- 🌊 Tashlich - symbolically casting sins into water
- 🙏 Extended Prayers - Machzor
Customs & Traditions
תקיעת שופר, תפילות, סעודת חג, תשליך, תפוח בדבש, ראש של דג
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Frequently Asked Questions
Rosh Hashana 2026 falls on September 12, 2026.
Yes, Rosh Hashana is an official public holiday in Israel.
No, students are on vacation during Rosh Hashana.
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+ When is Rosh Hashanah in 2026?
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