🇮🇱 Simchat Torah / Shemini Atzeret in Israel

Simchat Torah / Shemini Atzeret is a public holiday observed in Israel. It is classified as a Public Holiday. See the dates, history and observance details on this page, or browse all public holidays in Israel.

This year, Simchat Torah / Shemini Atzeret falls on {'year': 2026, 'name': 'Simchat Torah / Shemini Atzeret', 'date_iso': '2026-10-03', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2026, 10, 3), 'date_display': '03 Oct 2026', 'day_of_week': 'Saturday'} in Israel.

Next year, Simchat Torah / Shemini Atzeret will be observed on {'year': 2027, 'name': 'Simchat Torah / Shemini Atzeret', 'date_iso': '2027-10-23', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2027, 10, 23), 'date_display': '23 Oct 2027', 'day_of_week': 'Saturday'} in Israel. Movable holidays can change weekday and date year to year.

Last year, Simchat Torah / Shemini Atzeret was observed on {'year': 2025, 'name': 'Simchat Torah / Shemini Atzeret', 'date_iso': '2025-10-14', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2025, 10, 14), 'date_display': '14 Oct 2025', 'day_of_week': 'Tuesday'} in Israel.

Yes, Simchat Torah / Shemini Atzeret is recognized as a public holiday in Israel. Most government offices, banks and many schools close, and some businesses may operate on reduced hours. Specific closures vary by industry and region.

You can download an iCal (.ics) file for Simchat Torah / Shemini Atzeret from this page and import it into Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, Outlook, or any standard calendar app. The Israel holidays page lists every other holiday you can subscribe to the same way.