Traditions & Holidays

Discover the holidays, rituals, and customs that define the rhythm of Jewish life throughout the year.

Every week, Jewish life pauses for 25 hours of rest, reflection, and togetherness — discover the beauty of Shabbat.

The story of the Exodus comes alive each spring as Jewish families gather for the Seder — the most widely observed Jewish ritual.

Eight nights of candles, latkes, and dreidels — the story and customs of the beloved winter holiday.

The sound of the shofar marks the beginning of the Jewish New Year — a time of reflection, prayer, and hope for the year ahead.

The holiest day in the Jewish calendar — a 25-hour fast devoted to prayer, repentance, and spiritual renewal.

Costumes, noisemakers, gifts of food, and the dramatic reading of the Megillah — Purim is the most festive and fun holiday in the Jewish calendar.