Simchat Torah: October 13th-14th, 2025

After the festival of Sukkot is over, comes the joyous holiday of Simchat Torah. Jews from all around the world celebrate this highly important day, on which the Torah (Jewish Bible) portion readings for the year are completed. Outside of Israel, Simchat Torah is observed mainly in synagogues. However, in the Holy Land, Israelis march down the streets in traditional song and dance.

Children are handed candy and often lifted on their parent’s shoulders to get a better view of the festivities and encourage them to participate. In 2025, Simchat Torah immediately follows Sukkot, starting on the evening of October 13th until sundown on October 14th.

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