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Jewish Cultural Celebrations in District of Columbia

Participate in Jewish Cultural Celebrations in District of Columbia supporting important causes and bringing your community together. These events celebrate cultural heritage while raising awareness and funds for organizations serving the Jewish community.
Rosh Hashana Brisket Dinner
Rosh Hashana Brisket Dinner
Join us for a Rosh Hashanah Brisket Dinner! Celebrate the new year with delicious food, great company, and festive vibes Join us for a Rosh Hashanah Brisket Dinner! Celebrate the new year with delicious food, great company, and festive vibes. No affiliation or prior experience necessary. Here’s the delicious Menu! First Course: Round Challah Bread: Freshly baked challah served with honey. Honey-Glazed Carrots: Roasted carrots drizzled with honey and topped with fresh thyme. Apple and Salad: Mixed greens with sliced apples, dressed with honey-mustard dressing. Main Course: Braised Brisket: Slow-cooked brisket in a rich red wine and onion sauce, served with caramelized onions. Roasted Mashed Potatoes: Creamy mashed potatoes infused with spices. Honey-Glazed Sweet Potatoes: Baked sweet potatoes with a honey glaze and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Red Wine: A nice Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon to complement the brisket. White Wine: A crisp Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc for a lighter option. Desserts: Apple Cake: Moist apple cake with a cinnamon streusel topping. Honey Cake: Classic honey cake served with a dollop of whipped cream. Rosh Hashanah Cookies: Assorted cookies shaped like apples and shofars. Sweet Wine: A Moscato or dessert wine for those who enjoy something sweeter. Rosh Hashana Mincha/Ma'ariv Services begin at 7PM, with dinner following. Dinner will begin approximately 8PM

Friday, 11, 20.00 - Friday, 11, 22.30 Washington, DC _$25

Shabbat Dinner at Flor
Shabbat Dinner at Flor
A warm, modern Shabbat dinner at Flor, with an Argentine twist—empanadas, wine, and community—hosted in partnership with Oneg. You’re invited to join us for a special Shabbat Dinner at Flor, created in partnership with Oneg. Shabbat is an invitation—to slow down, to gather, and to make space for what matters. This evening is designed to feel just that: unhurried, welcoming, and quietly beautiful. We’ll light the candles, pour the wine, and share a meal together in community. Whether Shabbat is part of your weekly rhythm or something you’re curious to experience, this evening is open to all. In collaboration with our friends at Oneg, we’ll also introduce simple, modern ways to bring Shabbat into your life—through thoughtful rituals, tools, and connection. What’s Included A thoughtfully prepared Shabbat dinner Wine and refreshments A guided, welcoming Shabbat experience A beautiful, communal table setting Connection with a warm, like-minded community Light the candles. Pour the wine. Let the week fall away—we’ll save you a seat at the table.

Friday, 16, 18.30 - Friday, 16, 20.30 Washington, DC _$25

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Rumi Night in Washington
Rumi Night in Washington
Rumi Night: “Rumi’s Message for Our Time: Love, Freedom, and Human Harmony” On behalf of the Afghan Institute for Strategic Studies (AISS), we are pleased to invite you to a special cultural evening titled “Rumi Night”, an evening of poetry, music, and shared conversation. Dedicated as Night of Rumi, the program celebrates Afghan, Christian, Persian, Jewish, Sufi, and American cultural heritage, reflecting the shared humanistic spirit expressed in Rumi’s timeless aesthetic poetries. As September 30 marks the anniversary of Rumi’s birth, and in connection with the academic conference “Religious Freedom in a Changing World: Faith, Pluralism, and Civic Life” taking place the same day at Georgetown University in Washington D.C., we will gather to honor Rumi through this cultural evening. The evening will feature: 1. Welcoming Remarks by Director of Afghan Institute for Strategic Studies (AISS), Dr Davood Moradian. 2. Launch of Persian translation of the book “Reopening Muslim Minds: A Return to Reason, Freedom, and Tolerance” by Mr. Mustafa Akyol, Senior Fellow at the Cato Institute's Center for Global Liberty and Prosperity / Moderator: Ms. Amina Nezami. 3. Keynote Address by Professor Michael Barry, Princeton University professor and Historian of the Greater Middle East and Islamic world. 4. Cake-Cutting Ceremony Celebrating the 819th Anniversary of Rumi’s Birth. 5. Avant Garde Arts Collection from the Nukus Museum, Presented by Professor Ori Soltes, Teaching Professor at the Center for Jewish Civilization. 6. Music Performance by Arezoo LA Daf Ensemble. 7. Dinner. Date: Tuesday, September 30, 2026 Time: 18:30 – 21:30 Venue: Museum of the Bible, 400 4TH ST. SW, WASHINGTON, DC 20024

Tuesday, 29, 18.30 - Tuesday, 29, 22.00 Washington, DC _$25

Sukkot Party in Eastern Market Park
Sukkot Party in Eastern Market Park
Children will gather to sing and dance with the Torah, joyfully celebrating our heritage. 11:00 AM - Lunch 11:15 AM - Story, kids' craft, and game 11:30 AM - Singing and dancing 12:00 PM - Program concludes This event is designed for the whole family, with activities for parents and children ages 0-12.

Sunday, 04, 11.00 - Sunday, 04, 12.00 Washington, DC _$25

Sukkot Party in Eastern Market Park
Sukkot Party in Eastern Market Park
Community Sukkot celebration with Magic Show! Please Note: This event will take place at this location rain or shine. See you! Celebrate Sukkot and fulfill the special Shaking the Lulav and Etrog! Hop inside the sukkah, and make a blessing on some delicious snacks! Magic Show Performance – Fun for all ages! Special activity! Location: This event will take place at the Eastern Market Playground, located between D St SE and Pennsylvania Ave SE, between 8th St SE and 9th St SE. For the easiest directions, enter 820 D St SE, Washington, DC 20003 into your GPS. The playground is just steps away. See you there!

Sunday, 27, 11.00 - Sunday, 27, 12.00 Washington, DC _$25

Shofar Experience in Lincoln Park!
Shofar Experience in Lincoln Park!
Hear the shofar, explore our shofar display, and enjoy apples and honey, honey cake, Rosh Hashanah songs, all the shofar sounds! We will meet at the NW corner – 11th and Massachusetts Ave NE. What makes a horn fit for Rosh Hashana? Check out the beautiful Horn/Shofar display in Lincoln Park to find out! All ages welcome – a great way to include the whole family in the Rosh Hashana traditions! Songs, stories, snacks, and shofar!

Sunday, 13, 15.30 - Sunday, 13, 16.30 Washington, DC _$25

High Holy Days at Georgetown University 2026
High Holy Days at Georgetown University 2026
Georgetown University Jewish Life will host Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur services for Georgetown students & the greater community. Georgetown Students, Faculty and Friends of Georgetown University: Every year, Jewish Life at Georgetown strives to make the High Holy Days a vibrant and meaningful season for connection and community on campus. We are excited to welcome students, faculty, staff, and the broader community to services in Gaston Hall. Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur services will be led by Rabbi Ilana Zietman, the Director for Jewish Life, and our new High Holy Day prayer leader, Rabbi Allen Lipson. We ask that you register for Georgetown’s High Holy Days services and please consider supporting Jewish Life at Georgetown with a donation which helps make these offerings possible. High Holy Days 5787/2026 Schedule All services will be held in Gaston Hall on the third floor of Healy Hall. Friday, September 11, 2026 EREV ROSH HASHANAH Ma’ariv (evening) service, 7:30 PM Saturday, September 12 - Sunday, September 13, 2026 ROSH HASHANAH DAY 1 Shacharit (morning) service, 9:30 AM, Torah Service, 10:30 AM, Musaf (afternoon service): 11:45 AM ROSH HASHANAH DAY 2 off-campus options around the DMV. Sunday, September 20, 2026 KOL NIDRE Ma’ariv (evening) service, 6:30 PM Monday, September 21, 2026 YOM KIPPUR Shacharit (morning) service, 9:30 AM; Torah Service, 10:30 AM; Musaf (afternoon) service 11:45 AM; Yizkor (memorial) service, 1:00 PM, Neilah (concluding) service, 6:45PM If you have any accessibility requests, please email.

Friday, 11, 19.30 - Monday, 21, 19.45 Washington, DC _$25

Pride Shabbat
Pride Shabbat
Join us for Pride Shabbat on June 12th, a fun and heartfelt evening celebrating Jewish LGBTQ+ joy and community, in person and online! Pride Shabbat Come join us for a warm and welcoming Pride Shabbat celebration! Whether you’re new or familiar with Shabbat traditions, this is a space where everyone can feel at home. Don’t miss out on this special night of joy and connection with Bet Mishpachah and GLOE!

Friday, 12, 19.30 - Friday, 12, 22.00 Washington, DC _$25

Pride Shabbat Happy Hour
Pride Shabbat Happy Hour
Join us for Pride Shabbat Happy Hour to connect and celebrate queer Jewish community with Bet Mishpachah and GLOE at the Edlavitch JCC!

Friday, 12, 18.00 - Friday, 12, 19.30 Washington, DC _$25

Havdalah in the Park
Havdalah in the Park
Join us for an evening of togetherness as we welcome in the new week by focusing on hope, peace, and blessings for the week ahead! Join us for a Havdalah picnic service to close Shabbat in a relaxed, communal setting! Experience the rituals of Havdalah, blessing the wine, spices, and candle-side by side. Come together with music that invites connection, conversation, and collective reflection. Come for drinks and snacks, bring something delicious to eat or drink if you want, and spend time together! Help create a meaningful shared moment that gently transitions you from the calm of Shabbat into the energy of the week ahead!

Saturday, 27, 17.30 - Saturday, 27, 19.00 Washington, DC _$25

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Rosh Hashana Brisket Dinner
Rosh Hashana Brisket Dinner
Join us for a Rosh Hashanah Brisket Dinner! Celebrate the new year with delicious food, great company, and festive vibes Join us for a Rosh Hashanah Brisket Dinner! Celebrate the new year with delicious food, great company, and festive vibes. No affiliation or prior experience necessary. Here’s the delicious Menu! First Course: Round Challah Bread: Freshly baked challah served with honey. Honey-Glazed Carrots: Roasted carrots drizzled with honey and topped with fresh thyme. Apple and Salad: Mixed greens with sliced apples, dressed with honey-mustard dressing. Main Course: Braised Brisket: Slow-cooked brisket in a rich red wine and onion sauce, served with caramelized onions. Roasted Mashed Potatoes: Creamy mashed potatoes infused with spices. Honey-Glazed Sweet Potatoes: Baked sweet potatoes with a honey glaze and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Red Wine: A nice Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon to complement the brisket. White Wine: A crisp Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc for a lighter option. Desserts: Apple Cake: Moist apple cake with a cinnamon streusel topping. Honey Cake: Classic honey cake served with a dollop of whipped cream. Rosh Hashanah Cookies: Assorted cookies shaped like apples and shofars. Sweet Wine: A Moscato or dessert wine for those who enjoy something sweeter. Rosh Hashana Mincha/Ma'ariv Services begin at 7PM, with dinner following. Dinner will begin approximately 8PM

Saturday, 27, 17.30 - Saturday, 27, 19.00 Washington, DC 54.00

Shabbat Dinner at Flor
Shabbat Dinner at Flor
A warm, modern Shabbat dinner at Flor, with an Argentine twist—empanadas, wine, and community—hosted in partnership with Oneg. You’re invited to join us for a special Shabbat Dinner at Flor, created in partnership with Oneg. Shabbat is an invitation—to slow down, to gather, and to make space for what matters. This evening is designed to feel just that: unhurried, welcoming, and quietly beautiful. We’ll light the candles, pour the wine, and share a meal together in community. Whether Shabbat is part of your weekly rhythm or something you’re curious to experience, this evening is open to all. In collaboration with our friends at Oneg, we’ll also introduce simple, modern ways to bring Shabbat into your life—through thoughtful rituals, tools, and connection. What’s Included A thoughtfully prepared Shabbat dinner Wine and refreshments A guided, welcoming Shabbat experience A beautiful, communal table setting Connection with a warm, like-minded community Light the candles. Pour the wine. Let the week fall away—we’ll save you a seat at the table.

Saturday, 27, 17.30 - Saturday, 27, 19.00 Washington, DC 34.00

Rumi Night in Washington
Rumi Night in Washington
Rumi Night: “Rumi’s Message for Our Time: Love, Freedom, and Human Harmony” On behalf of the Afghan Institute for Strategic Studies (AISS), we are pleased to invite you to a special cultural evening titled “Rumi Night”, an evening of poetry, music, and shared conversation. Dedicated as Night of Rumi, the program celebrates Afghan, Christian, Persian, Jewish, Sufi, and American cultural heritage, reflecting the shared humanistic spirit expressed in Rumi’s timeless aesthetic poetries. As September 30 marks the anniversary of Rumi’s birth, and in connection with the academic conference “Religious Freedom in a Changing World: Faith, Pluralism, and Civic Life” taking place the same day at Georgetown University in Washington D.C., we will gather to honor Rumi through this cultural evening. The evening will feature: 1. Welcoming Remarks by Director of Afghan Institute for Strategic Studies (AISS), Dr Davood Moradian. 2. Launch of Persian translation of the book “Reopening Muslim Minds: A Return to Reason, Freedom, and Tolerance” by Mr. Mustafa Akyol, Senior Fellow at the Cato Institute's Center for Global Liberty and Prosperity / Moderator: Ms. Amina Nezami. 3. Keynote Address by Professor Michael Barry, Princeton University professor and Historian of the Greater Middle East and Islamic world. 4. Cake-Cutting Ceremony Celebrating the 819th Anniversary of Rumi’s Birth. 5. Avant Garde Arts Collection from the Nukus Museum, Presented by Professor Ori Soltes, Teaching Professor at the Center for Jewish Civilization. 6. Music Performance by Arezoo LA Daf Ensemble. 7. Dinner. Date: Tuesday, September 30, 2026 Time: 18:30 – 21:30 Venue: Museum of the Bible, 400 4TH ST. SW, WASHINGTON, DC 20024

Saturday, 27, 17.30 - Saturday, 27, 19.00 Washington, DC 79.74

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