Yom HaZikaron 2025 Date
Yom HaZikaron, Israel's Memorial Day for fallen soldiers and victims of terrorism, took place in 2025 from sundown on Tuesday, April 29 to nightfall on Wednesday, April 30.

This date aligns with the Hebrew calendar's 4th of Iyyar, adjusted to avoid Shabbat conflicts, as confirmed across multiple official sources like Hebcal and Israeli event listings.

Key Observances
The day began with a one-minute siren at 8:00 PM on April 29, halting the nation in silence, followed by ceremonies at sites like the Western Wall.

A two-minute siren sounded at 11:00 AM on April 30, with TV and radio broadcasting personal stories of the fallen, especially those from recent conflicts including the October 7, 2023 attacks.

It transitioned directly into Yom HaAtzmaut (Independence Day), underscoring the solemn-to-celebratory shift central to Israeli culture.

Events and Livestreams

  • April 29, 7:30 PM : One Family ceremony streamed on Facebook and YouTube.
  • April 29, 7:45 PM : Jewish International Connections New York Zoom event.

Community gatherings worldwide, like in Rochester, featured tributes and songs from 6:30 PM onward.

Aspect| Details| Hebrew Date
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Start| Sundown Apr 29, 8 PM siren| Eve of 4 Iyyar 5785
Main Day| Apr 30, 11 AM siren| 4 Iyyar 5785
End| Nightfall Apr 30| Leads to Yom HaAtzmaut

Since we're now in February 2026, this was last year's observance—next is April 20-21, 2026.

TL;DR : Yom HaZikaron 2025 was April 29 evening to April 30, 2025, marked by sirens and nationwide mourning.

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