Passover (Day 7)
The last day of Passover marks the end of the Passover period, which lasts for seven or eight days.
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?
Rosh Hashana is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
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 | National holiday, Hebrew |
| 2020 | Sat | Sep 19 | Rosh Hashana | National holiday, Hebrew |
| 2021 | Tue | Sep 7 | Rosh Hashana | National holiday, Hebrew |
| 2022 | Mon | Sep 26 | Rosh Hashana | National holiday, Hebrew |
| 2023 | Sat | Sep 16 | Rosh Hashana | National holiday, Hebrew |
| 2024 | Thu | Oct 3 | Rosh Hashana | National holiday, Hebrew |
| 2025 | Tue | Sep 23 | Rosh Hashana | National holiday, Hebrew |
| 2026 | Sat | Sep 12 | Rosh Hashana | National holiday, Hebrew |
| 2027 | Sat | Oct 2 | Rosh Hashana | National holiday, Hebrew |
| 2028 | Thu | Sep 21 | Rosh Hashana | National holiday, Hebrew |
| 2029 | Mon | Sep 10 | Rosh Hashana | National holiday, Hebrew |
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