Below you'll find 2016's official holidays for Israel. This list includes all government-recognized public holidays when businesses and offices may be closed.
Israel Public Holidays 2016
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There are 9 public holidays in Israel for 2016. There are also bank and optional holidays across the country. Explore calendars for different countries or religions to learn more about their significant dates.
| Date | Day | Holiday name |
|---|---|---|
| 2016-04-23 | Sat | Passover (Pesach) |
| 2016-04-29 | Fri | Mimouna, Seventh day of Passover |
| 2016-05-12 | Thu | Independence Day (Yom HaAtzmaut) |
| 2016-06-12 | Sun | Shavuot (Feast of Weeks) |
| 2016-10-03 | Mon | Rosh Hashanah (Yom Teruah) |
| 2016-10-04 | Tue | Rosh Hashanah (Day 2) |
| 2016-10-12 | Wed | Day of Atonement (Yom Kippur) |
| 2016-10-17 | Mon | Feast of Tabernacles (Sukkot) |
| 2016-10-24 | Mon | Simchat Torah/ Shmini Atzeret |
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Israel's public holidays reflect its unique history and traditions. This guide highlights key celebrations that showcase Israeli culture.
Israel Public Holidays 2016
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