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Shemini Atzeret / Simchat Torah

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About Shemini Atzeret / Simchat Torah

Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah are major religious observances in Israel that conclude the Sukkot festival. Simchat Torah celebrates the completion of the annual cycle of public Torah readings and the beginning of a new one. These days are marked by joyous singing, dancing with Torah scrolls, and synagogue services.

Whirling dervishes performing a traditional dance
Photo by Zülfiye Altın on UnsplashUpdated 26 Sep 2026

When is Shemini Atzeret / Simchat Torah in Israel?

Shemini Atzeret / Simchat Torah dates from 2023 to 2031

  • 2023Saturday, 7 OctoberPast
  • 2024Thursday, 24 OctoberPast
  • 2025Tuesday, 14 OctoberPast
  • 2026Saturday, 3 OctoberPast
  • 2027Saturday, 23 October in 352 days
  • 2028Thursday, 12 Octoberin 707 days
  • 2029Monday, 1 Octoberin 1061 days
  • 2030Saturday, 19 Octoberin 1444 days
  • 2031Thursday, 9 Octoberin 1799 days

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