Tu B’Av – August 18-19, 2024
Tu B’Av, which translates to the 15th day of the Hebrew month of Av, was an ancient day of joy, serving as a matchmaking opportunity in the Second Temple period. The Talmud (a central Jewish text) tells us that the unmarried “daughters of Jerusalem would go out in white clothes” and “dance in the vineyards [under the full moon]” to find a partner.
The holiday went unnoticed for many centuries. In recent decades, modern Israelis brought it back into observance with festivals of singing and dancing, a sort of Jewish Valentine’s Day.
Carve out some special time for you and your partner to celebrate the Jewish holiday of love this year. Take our quiz to find out “What’s Your Ideal Tu B’Av Date Night” and get a tailored date night plan for you and your sweetheart!
Once you’ve planned your date night, be sure to apply for a special Tu B’Av Alumni Micro Grant. Let us know how you and your partner plan to celebrate Tu B’Av, and HMI will send you a $36 Visa gift card as a reimbursement.
Tu B’Av starts at sundown on Sunday, August 18 and ends at sundown on Monday August 19, but you can celebrate any time in the month of August. Apply by Friday, August 30.
*Note – This Alumni Micro Grant and funding are only available to Honeymoon Israel alumni.
Tu B’Av Date Night Conversation Guide
Make your night even more special with our Tu B’Av Date Night Conversation Guide. From reminiscing about your relationship to dreaming about the future, we hope you find something to connect on with your partner.
