The Western Wall Heritage Foundation is preparing for the traditional Birkat Kohanim and the arrival of the public from all around Israel during Chol Hamoed (Intermediate Days) of Passover. In order to minimize crowding at the traditional Birkat Kohanim, there will be two separate Birkat Kohanim events in accordance with safety regulations and the capacity of the Western Wall Plaza.
Birkat Kohanim will take place on:
| Day of Chol Hamoed | Hebrew Date | Date | Shacharit Time | Mussaf Time |
| Monday, 2nd | 17 Nissan | April 18, 2022 | 9:15 | 10:00 |
| Wednesday, 4th | 19 Nissan | April 20, 2022 | 8:45 | 10:15 |
Important information
- Please come to only one event to make it possible for as many people as possible to participate.
- Over the next month, there may be changes in routes to the Old City. We recommend coming by public transportation.
- On Friday, 21 Nissan – the Seventh Day of Passover, coming to the Kotel on foot will be possible only through Jaffa Gate.
- Please abide by the directives of the Israel Police and ushers throughout the holiday.
- The Western Wall Tunnels are open to groups and individuals with advance reservations and based on availability.
