What are all the traditions around Purim? When is it? What's the deal with the costumes? What do you eat? We asked rabbis to get all the details.

How is Purim celebrated? There are four pieces of celebration for Purim, Zober said. One is to have a festive meal on the holiday itself, usually at home with family and friends.

This means Purim typically falls during February or March. On leap years, an extra month — Adar II — is added, and Purim is celebrated on the 14th day of that month.

When is Purim in 2025, and how is Purim celebrated? Get all the details on Purim, including when Purim will fall on a Friday, and get ready to have a great time.

Purim is widely depicted as the most joyful of Jewish holidays — highlighted by celebrations that include costumes, skits and noisemakers.

How is Purim celebrated in the city? Purim-related events, carnivals and parties will take place this weekend across the five boroughs. Some of them are listed below.

HOPKINS-- Is it like Halloween? Hanukkah? St. Patrick's Day? Whatever the description, the Jewish holiday of Purim is a wild celebration of faith, survival, overcoming adversity and being true to ...