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Tu B'Av (Festival of Love)
The Jewish festival of love — the ancient celebration of joy and romance.
📅 August 11🌙 Lunar calendar
✦ Why It Matters
Tu B'Av (15th of Av) is described in the Mishnah as one of the two greatest joyous days of the year. In ancient times, unmarried women dressed in white and danced in vineyards. It is now considered the Jewish equivalent of Valentine's Day.
✦ How It Is Observed
Romantic celebrations, giving flowers and gifts to loved ones, weddings are popular on this day.
Note on dates: This holiday follows a lunar or lunisolar calendar. The date shown is approximate for 2025–2026. Exact dates may vary by one or two days depending on moon sighting and regional tradition. Always confirm with your local community.