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When Is Rosh Hashanah? (Countdown & Dates)
Last updated: May 31, 2026
Written by Blake Boege
An educational resource and countdown tool details the date rules and observance dates for Rosh Hashanah. Users search for this to find when the holiday is next celebrated, view a ticking countdown, and check upcoming dates.
Find the exact dates for Rosh Hashanah, including a live ticking countdown, upcoming dates from 2026 to 2030, and history.
Quick Answer
Rosh Hashanah begins on the evening of Friday, September 11, 2026, and ends on the evening of Sunday, September 13, 2026.
Direct answer
Rosh Hashanah begins on the evening of Friday, September 11, 2026, and ends on the evening of Sunday, September 13, 2026.
Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, is observed on the first two days of Tishrei in the Hebrew calendar. In the Gregorian calendar, it always falls in September or October.
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Jewish Calendar Start
1st of Tishrei
Duration
2 Days
Key Ritual
Blowing the Shofar & Apples with Honey
How it works
This page displays when Rosh Hashanah is observed and counts down to the next upcoming occurrence.
Because Rosh Hashanah follows a lunar-based calendar, the dates are loaded from a verified astronomical calendar dataset for high accuracy.
When is Rosh Hashanah?
Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, is observed on the first two days of Tishrei in the Hebrew calendar. In the Gregorian calendar, it always falls in September or October.
How is the date determined?
Rosh Hashanah is observed on the 1st and 2nd days of Tishrei. The calendar year is adjusted based on astronomical lunar cycles, meaning the Gregorian date varies annually.
A brief history and background
According to Jewish tradition, Rosh Hashanah commemorates the creation of the world and of humanity. It is celebrated by dipping apples in honey for a sweet new year, eating round challah bread, and attending synagogue services.
Is it a US federal holiday?
No, Rosh Hashanah is not a federal holiday in the United States. Federal offices, banks, and post offices remain open, though it is celebrated and observed widely.
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Frequently asked questions
In 2026, Rosh Hashanah starts at sundown on Friday, September 11, and ends at nightfall on Sunday, September 13.
"Shanah Tovah," which means "Good Year" in Hebrew, or "L'shanah tovah u-metukah" for a good and sweet new year.
The shofar, made from a ram's horn, is blown during services as a wake-up call to spiritual awakening and repentance.
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