Holiday Celebrations

Holiday Celebrations

Celebrate every Jewish holiday with joy, meaning, and community — right here in Tirana, Albania

Holidays at Chabad of Albania

A full year of celebration, meaning, and connection

No one should celebrate a Jewish holiday alone. At Chabad of Albania, we host vibrant celebrations for every major holiday on the Jewish calendar — complete with services, festive meals, special programs, and all the traditions that make each holiday unique.

  • Rosh Hashana

    Sep 12 – 13, 2026

    New Year celebrations with shofar blowing, festive meals, apple and honey, and heartfelt prayers.

  • Yom Kippur

    Sep 21, 2026

    The holiest day of the year. Full services, Kol Nidrei, and a communal break-fast.

  • Sukkot

    Sep 25 – Oct 3, 2026

    Meals in the Sukkah, lulav and etrog shaking, and joyful Simchat Torah dancing.

  • Chanukah

    Dec 4 – 12, 2026

    Public menorah lighting, latkes, sufganiyot, dreidels, and a grand Chanukah party.

  • Purim

    Mar 2 – 3, 2026

    Megillah reading, costumes, hamantaschen, mishloach manot, and festive celebration.

  • Passover

    Apr 1 – 9, 2026

    Community Seder night with the full Haggadah, matzah, four cups of wine, and a grand meal.

  • Lag B'Omer

    May 5, 2026

    Outdoor BBQ and bonfire celebration with music, food, and activities for all ages.

  • Shavuot

    May 21 – 23, 2026

    All-night Torah learning, festive services, dairy feast with cheesecake galore.

What We Provide

Everything you need for a meaningful holiday experience

For Every Holiday, We Offer:

  • Full prayer services

  • Festive holiday meals

  • Holiday-specific rituals & mitzvot

  • English-friendly programming

  • Children's activities

  • Accommodation assistance

  • Warm, welcoming atmosphere

  • Open to all — free of charge