יום בן-גוריון
Ben-Gurion Day 2026
Find the exact dates for Ben-Gurion Day 2026 (5787), including when it begins and ends.
When is Ben-Gurion Day 2026?
Observed on
Monday, November 16, 2026
Ben-Gurion Day is observed on the 6th of Kislev, typically in November or December.
Significance
Ben-Gurion Day celebrates the vision and leadership of Israel's founding father who transformed the dream of a Jewish state into reality.
View all 2026 Jewish holidays
Learn more about Ben-Gurion Day
Frequently Asked Questions About Ben-Gurion Day
Ben-Gurion Day is observed on the 6th of Kislev, the Hebrew date of David Ben-Gurion's death in 1973. Ben-Gurion was Israel's first Prime Minister, the leader who declared the establishment of the State of Israel on May 14, 1948, and a driving force behind the country's founding institutions.
The day is marked by official ceremonies and educational programs about Ben-Gurion's life and vision for the State of Israel. Special events are held at Sde Boker in the Negev, where Ben-Gurion lived and is buried, emphasizing his dream of making the desert bloom and developing the southern regions of Israel.
About Ben-Gurion Day in 2026
Ben-Gurion Day (יום בן-גוריון) dates change each year because Jewish holidays follow the Hebrew lunisolar calendar.
For more about Ben-Gurion Day including its history, customs, and traditions, see our comprehensive guide. Learn more about Ben-Gurion Day