Pesach

At Chabad of Fresno

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It's Time to Celebrate Passover! April 1-9, 2026

Pesach is fast approaching and at Chabad of the Central Valley, we've got you covered! From a Public Seder with our unique family atmosphere, to beautifully prepared Seder To Go Kits, you can celebrate Passover in the way you are most comfortable! We are here for all your Jewish needs!

What is Pesach?

The eight-day festival of Passover is celebrated in the early spring, from the Eve of the 15th through Nightfall on the 22nd of the Hebrew month of Nissan. Passover (Pesach) commemorates the emancipation of the Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt. Pesach is observed by avoiding leaven, and highlighted by the Seder meals that include four cups of wine, eating matzah and bitter herbs, and retelling the story of the Exodus.

Pesach Times

Finish eating Chametz before 11:59 AM on April 1, 2026

(in Fresno, CA)

The absolute deadline for eating chametz is the morning before Passover. It is forbidden to eat chametz until one hour after the close of the festival in eight days.

Sell and Burn Chametz before

April 1, 2026: 11:59 AM

By this time, the chametz should be burned, and there should be no chametz remaining in your possession., aside for a bit of challah to be used for the Shabbat meals, and eaten at a distance from your tables that have already been prepared for Passover.

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