This Shabbat in Washington DC
Shabbat Times for Washington DC
Candle lighting, havdalah, and the weekly parsha — updated each week.
7:23pm
Friday, April 10
8:23pm
Saturday, April 11
Parashat Shmini
פרשת שמיני
Pesach VI (CH’’M)
Times computed from 39°2′N 77°7′W America/New_York. Sourced from Hebcal.
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Kosher restaurants in Washington DC
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Shabbat in Washington DC
What time does Shabbat start in Washington DC this week?
Candle lighting in Washington DC this week is at 7:23pm on Friday, April 10. Shabbat ends with havdalah at 8:23pm on Saturday, April 11.
What is this week's parsha?
This week's Torah portion is Parashat Shmini.
How are candle-lighting times calculated for Washington DC?
Shabbat candle lighting in Washington DC 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 Washington DC for Shabbat dinner?
Kosher Connect lists every verified kosher restaurant, bakery, and caterer in Washington DC. Many close before Shabbat begins on Friday afternoon — check listings for current hours.
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