Sukkot in Jerusalem 2027 begins on the evening of Friday, October 15, 2027 (14 Tishrei 5788). The first day of the holiday falls on Shabbat, October 16, Chol HaMoed runs from Sunday, October 17, to Thursday, October 21, Hoshana Rabbah falls on Friday, October 22, and Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah are celebrated together in Israel on Shabbat, October 23. This guide covers the full 2027 dates by the Israeli calendar, what to do in the city during Chol HaMoed, and how Paamonim Hotel Jerusalem, in the center of the city, hosts the holiday with a sukkah for guests and holiday meals.
Last updated: October 2026.
Sukkot 2027 Dates in Israel
- Erev Sukkot: Friday, October 15, 2027, 14 Tishrei. The holiday begins at sunset, and in Jerusalem the custom is to light candles 40 minutes before sunset.
- First day of Sukkot: Shabbat, October 16, 2027, 15 Tishrei.
- Chol HaMoed Sukkot: Sunday, October 17, to Thursday, October 21, 2027 (16 to 20 Tishrei).
- Hoshana Rabbah: Friday, October 22, 2027, 21 Tishrei.
- Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah: Shabbat, October 23, 2027, 22 Tishrei. The holiday begins on Friday evening, October 22, and in Israel the two holidays fall on the same day.
- Isru Chag: Sunday, October 24, 2027, 23 Tishrei.
Note that in 2027 the first day of the holiday falls on Shabbat, so the lulav and etrog are first taken on Sunday, 16 Tishrei. Outside Israel a second festival day is observed and Simchat Torah falls on a separate day, so the dates above follow the Israeli calendar.
What Makes Sukkot in Jerusalem Special
Sukkot is one of the three pilgrimage festivals, and for generations Jerusalem was the destination for pilgrims from across the land. Today the holiday is felt all over the city: balconies and courtyards fill with sukkahs, restaurants and cafes build a sukkah for their guests, and the markets and streets are busy in the run-up to the holiday.
The Priestly Blessing at the Western Wall
During Chol HaMoed the Priestly Blessing takes place at the Western Wall, and in recent years tens of thousands of worshippers have joined from all over Israel and the world. It is worth arriving early, because the plaza fills up.
Machane Yehuda Market and the Four Species
Before and during the holiday, Machane Yehuda Market is especially lively, with fresh fruit, wine, and stalls selling lulavim and etrogim. Temporary stalls selling the Four Species also appear around the city, and sellers can help you choose a lulav and etrog.
Eating in the Sukkah
Many restaurants and cafes in the city set up a sukkah for diners, from street food stands to sit-down restaurants. A meal in a sukkah is part of the holiday experience, and it helps to book a table ahead during Chol HaMoed. Guests of Paamonim Hotel Jerusalem can eat in the hotel’s own sukkah.
The Old City and Family Activities
Chol HaMoed is a good time to walk through the Jewish Quarter, the Cardo, and the Tower of David, ideally with a guided tour. The Israel Museum, the Bloomfield Science Museum, and the Biblical Zoo are popular with families during the holidays, so check their programs and opening hours in advance.
The Sukkah and the Four Species in Brief
The sukkah is a temporary structure with at least three walls and a roof of plant material, which recalls the years the Israelites spent wandering in the desert. Meals are eaten in it, and many people host guests there following the custom of the ushpizin. The Four Species are the etrog (citron), the lulav (palm frond), the hadas (myrtle), and the aravah (willow), which are taken and waved each day of the holiday except on Shabbat. For more background, read the Sukkot article on Wikipedia.
Staying for Sukkot at Paamonim Hotel Jerusalem: A Sukkah and Holiday Meals
Paamonim Hotel Jerusalem is in the center of the city, close to the Western Wall, to synagogues, and to Machane Yehuda Market. Hotel guests have a sukkah at the hotel, so you can keep the mitzvah of sitting in the sukkah without leaving the hotel, and the hotel offers holiday meals. The meals are kosher, and the hotel team helps plan the holiday, book meals, and organize events. You can view the hotel rooms in Jerusalem and book ahead.
Tips for Planning Sukkot in Jerusalem in 2027
- Book early. The holiday opens on Shabbat, and the long holiday weekend is in high demand.
- Plan around Shabbat and the holiday. On the first day of Sukkot and on Simchat Torah, which both fall on Shabbat in 2027, public transport does not run and most businesses are closed.
- Bring layers. In October Jerusalem is pleasant by day and cool in the evening, especially if you plan meals in the sukkah.
- Arrive early for the Priestly Blessing. The plaza at the Western Wall fills up, so it is best to get there before the prayer begins.
- Buy the Four Species ahead. The stalls are crowded in the days before the holiday, and the hotel team can suggest where to buy.
- Tell the hotel team in advance. Let them know what matters to you about the sukkah and the holiday meals, so everything is arranged before you arrive.
Ready for Sukkot in Jerusalem?
Tell us your dates and how many people are coming, and the team at Paamonim Hotel Jerusalem will help you plan the holiday. Contact the hotel to check availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Sukkot 2027?
Sukkot 2027 begins on the evening of Friday, October 15, 2027 (14 Tishrei 5788) and runs until Hoshana Rabbah on Friday, October 22. Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah fall on Shabbat, October 23.
When is Chol HaMoed Sukkot 2027?
Chol HaMoed Sukkot 2027 runs from Sunday, October 17, to Thursday, October 21, 2027 (16 to 20 Tishrei). Hoshana Rabbah follows on Friday, October 22.
When is Simchat Torah 2027 in Israel?
In Israel, Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah fall on the same day: Shabbat, October 23, 2027 (22 Tishrei). The holiday begins on Friday evening, October 22. Outside Israel, Simchat Torah is celebrated on a separate day.
When do you light candles on Erev Sukkot in Jerusalem?
In Jerusalem the custom is to light candles 40 minutes before sunset. For Erev Sukkot, Friday, October 15, 2027, confirm the exact time with the local schedule or the hotel team.
Is the lulav taken on the first day of Sukkot 2027?
No. The first day falls on Shabbat, and the lulav and etrog are not taken on Shabbat, so the mitzvah of the Four Species begins on Sunday, 16 Tishrei (October 17).
What can you do on Sukkot in Jerusalem?
You can attend the Priestly Blessing at the Western Wall during Chol HaMoed, walk through Machane Yehuda Market and the Old City, eat in a sukkah at the city’s restaurants, and visit museums and the Biblical Zoo with children.
Is there a sukkah at Paamonim Hotel Jerusalem?
Yes. Guests of Paamonim Hotel Jerusalem have a sukkah at the hotel, so you can sit in the sukkah without leaving the hotel. It helps to tell the hotel team in advance and to arrange your meals.
Does public transport run during Sukkot in Jerusalem?
On the days of the holiday itself, the first day of Sukkot and Simchat Torah, which both fall on Shabbat in 2027, public transport does not run. During Chol HaMoed it runs, sometimes on an adjusted schedule, so check in advance.
Can I stay at Paamonim Hotel Jerusalem for Sukkot?
Yes. Paamonim Hotel Jerusalem, in the center of the city, hosts guests over the holidays, with a sukkah for guests and holiday meals. It is best to book early and to check availability on the contact page.