Visit the sukkah
Sit under the stars for a week. Our sukkah is open to everyone — bring the kids, bring a friend, or just come.
The sukkah is up
September 26 – Friday, October 2, 2026
Sukkot begins the evening of September 25. Exact times are on the times page.
What happens in the sukkah
A sukkah is a temporary hut with a roof of branches, open enough to see the sky through. For a week, meals move outside into it. That's the whole mitzvah, and it's a surprisingly good one: eating outdoors, with people, for seven days running.
You are welcome to come and sit in ours whether or not you have anything planned. If you want to take the lulav and etrog while you're here, we'll have a set on hand and show you how.
Sukkot in the sukkah, year to year
These are the gatherings we hold most years. Dates go up closer to the time.
Sukkot dinner
A meal under the stars — tradition, good food, lively conversation, and something to think about.
Sushi in the sukkah
Sushi, games, crafts, and fun for all ages. Admission is free — it's built for families with children.
Scotch in the sukkah
Have a drink with the Rabbi in the sukkah and say a L'chaim to start the year off right.
Sukkah social
For young Jewish professionals from across the Bay Area: an open bar with a good selection of kosher wine, a live DJ, food from a kosher food truck, and lulav and etrog on hand.
Where and when
The Chabad House, 5580 Almaden Expressway, San Jose, CA 95118. Call ahead on 408-910-2034 if you want to be sure someone will be here, or to ask when this year's dinners and socials are.
If you're reading this page, you're already a member of our synagogue. Every Jew is a member here and there is no membership fee. Walk in any time and you'll be welcomed with a smile.