When Is the March Equinox?
The Vernal (Spring) Equinox in the Northern Hemisphere is the Autumnal (Fall) Equinox in the Southern Hemisphere.
The first day of Hanukkah marks the start of Hanukkah, also known as Chanukah or Festival of Lights. Hanukkah is an eight-day Jewish observance that remembers the Jewish people's struggle for religious freedom.
Is First Day of Hanukkah a Public Holiday?
First Day of Hanukkah is not a public holiday. Businesses have normal opening hours.
On the first day of Hanukkah, only the shammash and the first candle are lit.
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About First Day of Hanukkah
Read more about First Day of Hanukkah.First Day of Hanukkah Observances
Holiday currently only shown for years 2016–2022.
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Sun | Dec 25 | First Day of Hanukkah | Observance |
| 2017 | Wed | Dec 13 | First Day of Hanukkah | Observance |
| 2018 | Mon | Dec 3 | First Day of Hanukkah | Observance |
| 2019 | Mon | Dec 23 | First Day of Hanukkah | Observance |
| 2020 | Fri | Dec 11 | First Day of Hanukkah | Observance |
| 2021 | Mon | Nov 29 | First Day of Hanukkah | Observance |
| 2022 | Mon | Dec 19 | First Day of Hanukkah | Observance |
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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