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The Priestly Blessing at the Western Wall

The Priestly Blessing, or Birkat Kohanim, is a major religious gathering at the Western Wall in Jerusalem held during the Sukkot holiday. The event features hundreds of Kohanim blessing tens of thousands of worshippers, followed by an official reception hosted by the Chief Rabbis of Israel.

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Sep 28 - Oct 1, 2026
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Jerusalem
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The Priestly Blessing at the Western Wall
Date
Sep 28 - Oct 1, 2026
Location
Jerusalem
Religious Ceremony Judaism Sukkot

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Highlights

  • Mass communal blessing delivered by hundreds of Kohanim
  • Traditional prayer services at the Western Wall plaza
  • Public reception with the Chief Rabbis of Israel
The Priestly Blessing at the Western Wall is one of the most significant religious ceremonies held in Jerusalem, occurring twice during the intermediate days of the Sukkot festival. During the service, hundreds of descendants of the biblical priestly class (Kohanim) gather to deliver a communal blessing to the massive crowds of worshippers assembled in the plaza.

For the 2026 season, the event is scheduled for two separate mornings: Thursday, September 28 and Sunday, October 1. These dates correspond to the second and fifth intermediate days of the holiday. The atmosphere is one of intense prayer and tradition, attracting pilgrims from across Israel and the international community.

Following the prayer services and the delivery of the blessing, the event continues with a formal reception. This gathering allows the public to meet with the Chief Rabbis of Israel and the Rabbi of the Western Wall. The event is open to families, groups, and the general public, serving as a focal point of the autumn pilgrimage season in the Old City.

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