Halachot and Customs
Is It Permissible to Go to Recreation Venues That Are Open on Shabbat?
Question
Is there a problem with going to recreation venues that are open on Shabbat?
Thank you very much
Answer
Hello,
According to the strict law, there is no prohibition to go on weekdays to recreation sites that are open on Shabbat. However, it is proper, when possible (if there is no significant difference in prices, and there is no undue inconvenience), to vacation at recreation sites that are closed on Shabbat in order to encourage and strengthen those who keep Shabbat.
Sources: See Teshuvot VeHanhagot part 1 (siman tateh) and part 2 (siman khetz vetehakd?) and in the book Derech Sichah part 1 (page ayin-heh) and in the book Shulchan Yosef (page nun-bet) and in the letter of the great sages of the generation printed at the end of the book Hilkhot Shabbat part 1.
With blessings,
Hillel Meirs
