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.