Okay, so that’s the food covered. What about drinking? It’s traditional to drink four cups of wine during the Seder. And, just like the foods, these drinks are symbolic too.

Wine is an integral part of the Passover holiday. "It has come to be a symbol of joy and celebration," notes Rabbi David Segal. "Traditionally, the Passover seder includes four cups of wine ...

Beyond the four cups of wine, though, most beverages are welcome at the Seder – although not grain alcohols or beer. Kids will often be given grape juice in place of wine.

Passover begins on the 14th day of the Jewish month of Nisan. In 2024, it's April 22. The most important tradition is the Seder meal.

Passover begins on the 14th day of the Jewish month of Nisan. In 2024, that’s April 22; in 2025, it will be April 12. Days are marked from sundown to sundown, meaning the holiday officially ...