Below you'll find 2017's official holidays for Israel. This list includes all government-recognized public holidays when businesses and offices may be closed.
Israel Public Holidays 2017
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There are 9 public holidays in Israel for 2017. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2017-04-11 | Tue | Passover (Pesach) |
| 2017-04-17 | Mon | Mimouna, Seventh day of Passover |
| 2017-05-02 | Tue | Independence Day (Yom HaAtzmaut) |
| 2017-05-31 | Wed | Shavuot (Feast of Weeks) |
| 2017-09-21 | Thu | Rosh Hashanah (Yom Teruah) |
| 2017-09-22 | Fri | Rosh Hashanah (Day 2) |
| 2017-09-30 | Sat | Day of Atonement (Yom Kippur) |
| 2017-10-05 | Thu | Feast of Tabernacles (Sukkot) |
| 2017-10-12 | Thu | Simchat Torah/ Shmini Atzeret |
Experience Israel's Rich Culture Through its Public Holidays
Israel's public holidays reflect its unique history and traditions. This guide highlights key celebrations that showcase Israeli culture.
Israel Public Holidays 2017
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