Lag BaOmer 2026 in Israel

Many Jewish communities around the world observe Lag B’Omer, also known as Lag BaOmer, on the 18th day of the month of Iyar in the Jewish calendar. The name of this observance refers to the 33rd day of the counting of the Omer.

Is Lag BaOmer a Public Holiday?

This is an elective holiday, which means that while government and private businesses are open on this day, some employees and businesses may opt to take the day off.

About Lag BaOmer

Note: Israeli labor law grants non-Jewish employees the option to observe their own religious holidays rather than the national Jewish holidays. Certain employers, collective agreements, or workplace policies may also permit employees of all faiths to take up to two elective leave days per calendar year, in addition to their statutory annual vacation entitlement.

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