WESTERN WALL VISITOR ADVISORY: Strict Entry Limits and Live Broadcasts for Passover 2026
Following Home Front Command directives, the Western Wall Plaza is restricted to 50 worshipers at a time, with live streaming available for those unable to attend in person.
The Western Wall Heritage Foundation has announced significant changes to prayer arrangements and site access In accordance with current security guidelines. To ensure public safety, entry to the Western Wall Plaza is currently limited to a maximum of 50 people at any given time.
Access and Safety Guidelines
For the safety of all visitors, the Israel Police are permitting entry only to designated protected areas within the plaza. Please note the following operational changes:
Passover 2026: Priestly Blessing (Birkat Kohanim)
The traditional Priestly Blessing ceremony for Passover 5786 (2026) is scheduled for Sunday, April 5th (Nissan 18th). The schedule is as follows:
Global Live Stream
Because of the strict 50-person limit, the Western Wall Heritage Foundation encourages the global Jewish community to participate virtually. All prayers and ceremonies will be broadcast live to the world via the Western Wall cameras on thethe Foundation’s official website.
Join the live feed here.
Visitors and residents are urged to follow all instructions from the police and ushers and to stay updated on any further changes.