Jewish holidays · 18 Iyyar 5786

When is Lag BaOmer 2026?

Lag BaOmer 2026 begins at sundown on Monday, May 4, 2026 and ends at nightfall on Tuesday, May 5, 2026.

Lag BaOmer 2026 day by day

DayDateHebrew date
Lag BaOmerTue, May 518 Iyyar 5786

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About the dates

Lag BaOmer is the 33rd day of the Omer count, 18 Iyar. Jewish days begin at sundown, so the holiday starts on the evening before the first day.