when does pesach start

Pesach starts at sundown on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 ; the first full day is Thursday, April 2, 2026.

Quick Scoop

• Start time: sunset on April 1, 2026.

• Calendar date: Pesach begins on 15 Nisan in the Hebrew calendar.

• Why it starts then: Jewish holidays begin at sunset, not at midnight.

• Duration: it is observed for 7 days in Israel and 8 days in the Diaspora.

Helpful note

If you’re asking for today’s exact candle-lighting or local start time , that depends on your city and timezone.