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Holidays in Greater MetroWest

The Jewish High Holiday season is a time for celebration and reflection

Jewish holidays begin at sunset on the first date until nightfall on the following / final day. 

  • Rosh Hashanah October 2-4, 2024
  • Yom Kippur October 11-12, 2024
  • Sukkot October 16-23, 2024
  • Sh’mini Atzeret and Simchat Torah October 23-24, 2024

Whether you’re a member of a Greater MetroWest synagogue, exploring local options, or seeking unique ways to observe Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Simchat Torah, or Sukkot, the following programs and events are open to all. You’ll also find resources for anyone interested in learning more about these meaningful holidays.

There’s something for everyone in Greater MetroWest!

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Holiday-related events and programs in GMW

Selichot: The Art of Forgiveness

Adath Shalom 841 Mountain Way, Morris Plains, NJ, United States

The Braid Theatrical Company presents a special program live on zoom helping guide us into the Days of Awe. Inspiring musical prayer service follows the program featuring the songs and […]

Free

Rosh Hashanah in the Park

Memorial Park in Maplewood, NJ Dunnel Road, Maplewood, NJ, United States

A service of love, forgiveness, and new beginnings for families of all faiths, no faiths, and the faith-curious. Rabbi Abigail Treu and Cantor Eliana Kissner will lead a musical family-friendly […]

CBI SP: Erev Rosh Hashanah Family Service

Congregation Beth Israel - Scotch Plains 18 Shalom Way, Scotch Plains, NJ

All are welcome to join us at CBI to begin the new year together! This service mixes traditional liturgy, holiday music, and a story to set the tone for the […]

Free Family High HolyDay Service at Temple Sholom

Temple Sholom of Scotch Plains 1925 Lake Avenue, Scotch Plains, NJ, United States

Free and open to all, our Family service intertwines guitar music, storytelling, and age-appropriate worship to create a meaningful High HolyDay experience for families with newborns through second graders. Family […]

Surprise Lake Camp: Lakeside Family Rosh Hashanah Services

Surprise Lake Camp 382 Lake Surprise Road, Cold Spring, NY, United States

Not sure what to do on Rosh Hashanah? Join us for a heartwarming start to the Jewish New Year! Surprise Lake Camp, in partnership with PJ Library, invites you to […]

$36

Kahal Chaverim Rosh Hashanah Service and Get-Together

Will be shared with attendees

Kahal Chaverim -- NJ Congregation for Humanistic Judaism warmly invites you to join us in Mendham NJ for our Rosh Hashanah Service, with music by the NY Troubadours, followed by […]

TBEMC Yom Kippur

Temple Beth El Mekor Chayim 338 Walnut Ave, Cranford, NJ, United States

Saturday, 10/12 8:30 am Tots Yom Kippur 9:45 am Musical Outdoor Family Service 11:15 am Youth Learning Sessions 5:45 pm Neilah Service

Free

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