Jewish holidays
Every holiday we mark, what it is, and when it falls this year. Dates on these pages come from the Hebrew calendar, so they are always the current year’s.
The High Holidays
The fall run, from Rosh Hashanah through Simchat Torah. There’s also a High Holidays overview with everything in one place.
Rosh Hashanah
Start the new year with meaningful prayer and a table full of family.
Shofar & Tashlich
A ram's horn, and a walk to Almaden Lake.
Yom Kippur
The holiest day of the year, with soul-stirring prayer.
Sukkot
Warm and inviting services and meals in the sukkah.
Shmini Atzeret & Simchat Torah
Dancing for all ages, and a little l’chaim.
Through the year
Chanukah
Eight nights of light, and a public menorah lighting.
Purim
The Megillah, costumes, and a festive dinner.
Passover
The story of the Exodus, told again at your own table.
Lag B'Omer
A bonfire and a family fun fair in the park.
Shavuot
The Ten Commandments, read out loud, and a dinner on the eve.
Also useful
- Candle lighting and holiday times for San Jose.
- Yizkor — the memorial prayer, said four times a year.
- Service schedule for Shabbat and weekdays.
You don’t need to be a member and there is no ticket to buy — every Jew is a member here. Walk in for any of it.