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This Shabbat in Washington DC

Shabbat Times for Washington DC

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

Candle Lighting

6:53pm

Friday, September 18

Havdalah

7:50pm

Saturday, September 19

This Week's Torah Portion

Parashat Ha’azinu

פרשת האזינו

Shabbat Shuva

Times computed from 39°2′N 77°7′W America/New_York. Sourced from Hebcal.

Friday Night Dinner Plans?

Kosher restaurants in Washington DC

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

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Frequently Asked

Shabbat in Washington DC

What time does Shabbat start in Washington DC this week?

Candle lighting in Washington DC this week is at 6:53pm on Friday, September 18. Shabbat ends with havdalah at 7:50pm on Saturday, September 19.

What is this week's parsha?

This week's Torah portion is Parashat Ha’azinu.

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

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