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This Shabbat in Boston

Shabbat Times for Boston

Candle lighting, havdalah, and the weekly parsha, updated each week.

Candle Lighting

5:22pm

Friday, October 30

Havdalah

6:22pm

Saturday, October 31

This Week's Torah Portion

Parashat Vayera

פרשת וירא

Times computed from 42°20′N 71°7′W America/New_York. Sourced from Hebcal.

Friday Night Dinner Plans?

Kosher restaurants in Boston

Browse verified kosher restaurants, bakeries, and caterers in Boston, perfect for picking up challah, ordering Friday night takeout, or booking a table for after havdalah.

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Frequently Asked

Shabbat in Boston

What time does Shabbat start in Boston this week?

Candle lighting in Boston this week is at 5:22pm on Friday, October 30. Shabbat ends with havdalah at 6:22pm on Saturday, October 31.

What is this week's parsha?

This week's Torah portion is Parashat Vayera.

How are candle-lighting times calculated for Boston?

Shabbat candle lighting in Boston is set 18 minutes before sunset on Friday. Havdalah is observed when three medium-sized stars are visible, approximately 8.5° below the horizon. All times are sourced from Hebcal and updated weekly.

Where can I find kosher restaurants in Boston for Shabbat dinner?

Kosher Connect lists the kosher restaurants, bakeries, and caterers in Boston, each with its certification status. Many close before Shabbat begins on Friday afternoon, so call ahead to confirm before you plan around them.

Maintained by the Kosher Connect editorial team · Updated weekly via Hebcal