Times
When does Shabbat start and end in Beijing?
Shabbat Noach times in Beijing16 October-17 October
Candle lighting
17:16
Sunset
17:34
Nightfall
18:02
Shabbat ends
18:13
Preparation
How to prepare for Shabbat in Beijing?
Preparation starts before Friday: meal registration closes in advance, and last shopping is done in time.
In advanceRegister
Register for meals
Check with the host whether registration is required, the deadline and availability for your dates.
To meals & registrationFriday17:16
Candle lighting
This week's candle-lighting time. It shifts weekly and is recomputed - don't rely on last week's time.
To Shabbat timesMeals
Where to eat on Shabbat in Beijing?
Kosher restaurants are closed on Shabbat, so there are two options: a meal booked in advance, or stocking up before Shabbat and eating where you stay.
After prayers
16 October
Friday night
Chabad of Beijing · Advance registration
After prayers
17 October
Day meal
Chabad of Beijing · Advance registration
Prayers
Where to pray on Shabbat in Beijing?
Bet Yaakov Synagogue
Synagogue
Prayer times may vary by season. Confirm the time for your chosen Shabbat with the synagogue.
Friday Evening · Kabbalat Shabbat (Winter)18:00
Friday Evening · Kabbalat Shabbat (Summer)5 min after Candle lighting
Shabbat · Shacharit11:00
Shabbat · MinchaAfter the meal
Eruv
Is there an eruv in Beijing?
Lodging
Where to stay for Shabbat in Beijing?
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