The Western Wall stone that had been on display at the Kirya (IDF headquarters in Tel Aviv) has been returned to the Western Wall.
Historic full circle: an ancient stone from the Western Wall, displayed for years in the
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May 4, 2026
Event Calendar
Jerusalem Day 2026
This year, Jerusalem Day falls on Friday, and therefore the celebrations have been moved to Thursday.
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April 29, 2026
Lag BaOmer Bonfire Lighting Ceremony
The Western Wall Heritage Foundation invites the public to the “hilula” of Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai and to the central bonfire lighting ceremony at the Western Wall Plaza.
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April 26, 2026
The president of Argentina concluded his visit to Israel with a prayer at the Western Wall.
Argentina’s President during his visit to the Western Wall: “Here I feel close to God!”
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April 22, 2026
Argentina’s President Javier Milei Opens His Visit to Israel with a Prayer at the Western Wall
Argentina’s President Javier Milei at the opening of his visit to Israel, during a prayer
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April 19, 2026
Czech Republic’s minister of Foreign Affairs visits and prays at the Western Wall
On Holocaust Remembrance Day, Czech Foreign Minister Petr Macinka visited and prayed at the Western Wall alongside Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar, expressing deep solidarity with Israel and gratitude to the Jewish people for their enduring contribution to civilization.
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April 14, 2026
In a reduced format and broadcast live: the traditional Birkat Kohanim (Priestly Blessing) ceremony was held this morning at the Western Wall
In a reduced format and broadcast live: the traditional Birkat Kohanim (Priestly Blessing) ceremony was
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April 5, 2026
Measure for Measure – The Seventh Day of Passover
Rabbi Shmuel Rabinowitz, Rabbi of the Western Wall and Holy Sites The Jewish people are
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April 5, 2026
Living Beyond Time – The Seder Night
Why was the Exodus marked by haste, and what does matzah reveal about true freedom? A moving Passover reflection on renewal, spirituality, and the power to rise beyond routine and live above time.
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March 29, 2026
Guidelines for visiting the Western Wall during Operation “Roaring Lion”
We are pleased to update that, in accordance with the instructions of the Home Front
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March 19, 2026
