Shabbat times in Boston
United States · Friday, October 2, 2026
Candle lighting6:05 PMFriday, October 2
Shabbat ends7:02 PMSunday, October 4
Torah portion: Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah
Candles are lit 18 minutes before sunset. Shabbat ends at nightfall, when the sun is 8.5° below the horizon.
The coming weeks
| Friday | Candle lighting | Shabbat ends | Torah portion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 9 | 5:53 PM | 6:52 PM | Parashat Bereshit |
| Oct 16 | 5:42 PM | 6:41 PM | Parashat Noach |
| Oct 23 | 5:31 PM | 6:31 PM | Parashat Lech-Lecha |
| Oct 30 | 5:21 PM | 6:22 PM | Parashat Vayera |
| Nov 6 | 4:13 PM | 5:14 PM | Parashat Chayei Sara |
| Nov 13 | 4:05 PM | 5:07 PM | Parashat Toldot |
| Nov 20 | 4:00 PM | 5:03 PM | Parashat Vayetzei |
| Nov 27 | 3:56 PM | 4:59 PM | Parashat Vayishlach |
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Questions and answers
When does Shabbat start in Boston this week?
This Friday, October 2, 2026, candles are lit in Boston at 6:05 PM. Shabbat ends on Saturday night at 7:02 PM.
How many minutes before sunset are Shabbat candles lit in Boston?
In Boston candles are lit 18 minutes before sunset.