Purim
Everything gets flipped upside down.
Purim is one of the most celebratory holidays in the Jewish calendar.
So get your costumes ready!
Step away from the noise. Enter sacred time. Whether you’re lighting candles or looking for deeper meaning, there’s a way in.
When we say Haman, you say BOO!
Quick start: Purim Basics | Observing Purim | Purim Reflections
When is Purim in 2026? It begins on Monday evening, March 2nd, through Tuesday night, March 3rd, on the fourteenth day of the month of Adar.
When is the Fast of Esther in 2026? The fast begins at dawn and ends at night on Monday, March 2nd.
Common Questions about Purim:
What is Purim?
On this holiday, we read the book of Esther, Megillat Esther, and celebrate with food, gifts, and costumes.
What are the four mitzvot of Purim?
There are four mitzvot for Purim:
- Hearing the Megillah
- Mishloach Manot
- Matanot LaEvyonim
- Purim Seudah
What's the deal with Alcohol on Purim?
This is a bit of a complicated matter, with a history. You can read more about that here.
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