When is Shavuot 2026?

Key Dates and What You Need to Know Shavuot, the Festival of Weeks, is one of Judaism’s three major pilgrimage festivals—and it arrives just a few months before Sukkot each year. Whether you’re planning synagogue attendance, preparing to decorate with greenery, or simply want to mark your calendar for this beautiful celebration, knowing the exact…
What Is the Minimum Number of Walls for a Sukkah?

When planning your sukkah construction for Sukkot, one of the most important questions is: how many walls does a sukkah need? The answer might surprise you – according to Jewish law, a kosher sukkah requires only two and a half walls as the absolute minimum. However, understanding both the halachic requirements and practical considerations will…