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What Day Is Hanukkah 2026?
Hanukkah 2026 falls on a Friday — Friday, December 4, 2026. That's 122 days away.
Knowing the day of the week makes it easy to plan time off, travel, or weekend activities. Add a free countdown widget on your iPhone to keep Hanukkah in view.
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Date details for Hanukkah 2026
- Day of week: Friday
- Date: Friday, December 4, 2026
- Days remaining: 122
- Weeks remaining: 17
Hanukkah 2026 falls on a Friday — Friday, December 4, 2026. That is 122 days away, or about 17 weeks and 4 months. Hanukkah is a calendar observance whose meaning, customs, and exact timing can vary by faith, country, and community.
Use the date above to set a reminder or calendar entry. If Hanukkah has an official organizer or observing authority, check its latest information before making bookings because times, venues, and local observance details can change. You can also add a free Outside countdown widget to your iPhone home screen; it updates every day and can be shared with other people.
| Date | Friday, December 4, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Days remaining | 122 |
| Weeks remaining | 17 |
| Months remaining | ~4 |
Last updated August 4, 2026
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About Hanukkah
Hanukkah may follow a religious, cultural, or civic calendar. Its meaning, duration, and customs can differ by faith, country, and community, so category-level assumptions are not a substitute for event-specific information.
Use the 2026 date and source shown on this page, then confirm any local observance times or participation guidance with the relevant religious body, community organizer, or public authority.
Hanukkah 2026: Frequently Asked Questions
What day is Hanukkah 2026?
Hanukkah 2026 falls on Friday, Friday, December 4, 2026. That is 122 days (about 17 weeks) from today.
What day of the week is Hanukkah 2026?
Hanukkah 2026 is on a Friday. Mark your calendar for Friday, December 4, 2026; the weekday alone does not determine whether it is a public holiday or a day off.
Is Hanukkah 2026 on a weekday or weekend?
Hanukkah 2026 falls on a Friday, which is a weekday. Knowing this early helps you plan time off, travel, or gatherings around the date.
When is Hanukkah 2026?
Hanukkah 2026 is on Friday, Friday, December 4, 2026 — 122 days away. Add a free countdown widget on your iPhone with the Outside app to keep the date in view.
How many days until Hanukkah 2026?
There are 122 days until Hanukkah 2026 on Friday, Friday, December 4, 2026 — approximately 17 weeks from now.
What is Hanukkah?
Hanukkah is a calendar observance, but its meaning and customs depend on the faith, country, and community observing it. Check the event-specific source rather than assuming every holiday is marked in the same way.
How is Hanukkah observed?
There is no single universal answer. Follow guidance from the relevant local religious body, community organizer, or public authority for the customs and timings that apply where you are.
How should I plan for Hanukkah 2026?
Confirm the exact local date, start time, and any venue or participation guidance before making plans. A countdown can keep that verified date visible without assuming how you will observe it.
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