חג הבנות
Chag HaBanot
Chag HaBanot (Festival of the Daughters) is a North African Jewish women's holiday celebrated during Chanukah, honoring the bravery of Judith.
When is Chag HaBanot 2026?
Observed on
Thursday, December 10, 2026
Chag HaBanot is observed on Rosh Chodesh Tevet (1st of Tevet), during Chanukah, typically in December or January.
Significance
Chag HaBanot honors the heroism of Jewish women, particularly Judith, and celebrates the unique spiritual contributions of women in Jewish tradition.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chag HaBanot
Chag HaBanot (Festival of the Daughters) is a celebration observed by Jewish women of North African and Middle Eastern origin on the 1st of Tevet, coinciding with the sixth night of Chanukah and Rosh Chodesh. It honors the bravery of Judith (Yehudit) and celebrates feminine strength in Jewish history.
Women gather for festive meals, sing songs, share stories of heroic Jewish women, and give thanks. In some communities, women are exempt from household chores as a mark of honor. The celebration often features dairy foods in memory of Judith, who fed cheese to the enemy general Holofernes before defeating him.
About Chag HaBanot
Chag HaBanot (חג הבנות) is one of the important holidays in the Jewish calendar. This page provides the dates for Chag HaBanot 2026 and information about its meaning and observance.