# What's Open on Shemini Atzeret / Simchat Torah (2026-10-03) in Israel

> **Holiday Summary**: Shemini Atzeret / Simchat Torah falls on **2026-10-03**. Shemini Atzeret / Simchat Torah is a public holiday in IL. Banks and government offices close while most retail and supermarkets stay open.

## Quick Overview
- **Country**: Israel (IL)
- **Holiday**: Shemini Atzeret / Simchat Torah
- **Date**: 2026-10-03 (2026)
- **Typical Closures**: banks, government

## Chain & Venue Opening Hours

| Venue / Chain | Category | Holiday Status | Operating Hours | Notes / Exemptions | Source / Domain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shufersal | supermarkets | **OPEN** | Varies | — | shufersal.co.il |
| Rami Levy | supermarkets | **OPEN** | Varies | — | rami-levy.co.il |
| Super-Pharm | pharmacies | **OPEN** | Varies | — | super-pharm.co.il |
| Israel Post | postal | **CLOSED** | Closed | — | israelpost.co.il |
| Bank Hapoalim | banks | **CLOSED** | Closed | — | bankhapoalim.co.il |
| Delek | petrol | **OPEN** | 24 hours | — | delek.co.il |

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