Is Fast of Esther a Public Holiday in Israel?
Fast of Esther is not a public holiday according to Holidays 2022. Most businesses, stores, and shops as well as all schools, universities, and government offices remain open on this day.
Fast of Esther Observances
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Wed | 20 March | Fast of Esther | Observance, Hebrew |
| 2020 | Mon | 9 March | Fast of Esther | Observance, Hebrew |
| 2021 | Thu | 25 February | Fast of Esther | Observance, Hebrew |
| 2022 | Wed | 16 March | Fast of Esther | Observance, Hebrew |
| 2023 | Mon | 6 March | Fast of Esther | Observance, Hebrew |
| 2024 | Thu | 21 March | Fast of Esther | Observance, Hebrew |
| 2025 | Thu | 13 March | Fast of Esther | Observance, Hebrew |