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Rosh Hashana is celebrated as the Jewish New Year among many Jewish communities worldwide. It starts 163 days after the first day of Passover. Rosh Hashana lasts for up to two days in many communities.
Is Rosh Hashana a Public Holiday?
This is a non-working holiday only for people who follow the Jewish faith. Public organizations, schools, and most businesses are open, though some private enterprises may have reduced hours.
The shofar is an important symbol of Rosh Hashana (also known as Rosh Hashanah).
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About Rosh Hashana
Read more about Rosh Hashana.Rosh Hashana Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Mon | Sep 30 | Rosh Hashana | Optional Holiday |
| 2020 | Sat | Sep 19 | Rosh Hashana | Optional Holiday |
| 2021 | Tue | Sep 7 | Rosh Hashana | Optional Holiday |
| 2022 | Mon | Sep 26 | Rosh Hashana | Optional Holiday |
| 2023 | Sat | Sep 16 | Rosh Hashana | Optional Holiday |
| 2024 | Thu | Oct 3 | Rosh Hashana | Optional Holiday |
| 2025 | Tue | Sep 23 | Rosh Hashana | Optional Holiday |
| 2026 | Sat | Sep 12 | Rosh Hashana | Optional Holiday |
| 2027 | Sat | Oct 2 | Rosh Hashana | Optional Holiday |
| 2028 | Thu | Sep 21 | Rosh Hashana | Optional Holiday |
| 2029 | Mon | Sep 10 | Rosh Hashana | Optional Holiday |
While we diligently research and update our holiday dates, some of the information in the table above may be preliminary. If you find an error, please let us know.
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