Victory in Europe Day 2026 — Israel
Victory in Europe DayMay 9, 2026
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Victory in Europe Day is a observance holiday in Israel, observed on May 9, 2026 (Saturday) in 2026. While widely recognized, this observance may not be an official day off from work.
In 2026, Victory in Europe Day falls on a Saturday, which is already part of the weekend.
Key Facts
Israel Victory in Europe Day — Date by Year
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | May 9, 2024 | Thursday |
| 2025 | May 9, 2025 | Friday |
| 2026 | May 9, 2026 | Saturday |
| 2027 | May 9, 2027 | Sunday |
| 2028 | May 9, 2028 | Tuesday |
| 2029 | May 9, 2029 | Wednesday |
| 2030 | May 9, 2030 | Thursday |
Other Observance Holidays in Israel (2026)
Monday, February 2, 2026 Tu Bishvat (Arbor Day) Saturday, March 28, 2026 Aliyah Day Tuesday, April 14, 2026 Holocaust Remembrance Day (Yom HaShoah) Tuesday, April 21, 2026 Fallen Soldiers and Victims of Terrorism Remembrance Day (Yom HaZikaron) Monday, April 27, 2026 Herzl Day Friday, May 15, 2026 Jerusalem Day (Yom Yerushalayim) Thursday, July 2, 2026 Seventeenth of Tamuz, fast Tuesday, July 14, 2026 Jabotinsky Day Thursday, July 23, 2026 Tisha B'Av, fast Wednesday, July 29, 2026 Tu B'Av (Fifteenth of Av)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Victory in Europe Day in 2026?
Victory in Europe Day in Israel is on May 9, 2026 (Saturday).
Is Victory in Europe Day a public holiday in Israel?
Victory in Europe Day is classified as a observance day. It may not be a day off for all workers.
How many days until Victory in Europe Day 2026?
There are 50 days until Victory in Europe Day on May 9, 2026.
Does Victory in Europe Day fall on a weekend in 2026?
Yes, in 2026 Victory in Europe Day falls on Saturday. Some countries may observe a substitute holiday on the following Monday.