Holidays in Greater Washington

Celebrate the Jewish Year Together

From Rosh Hashanah to Shavuot (and every Shabbat in between), Jewish life moves to the rhythm of the calendar. Explore events, services, and rich resources across Greater Washington to help you celebrate each holiday in ways that are meaningful, accessible, and joyful—wherever you are on your Jewish journey.

The High Holidays

Reflect, reconnect, and renew your spirit with community events for Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Sukkot, and Simchat Torah.

And sweeten the New Year with Sunflower Bakery’s Rosh Hashanah treats—round challahs, honey cakes, and more.

Apples, honey, and heartfelt wishes

Because apples and honey aren’t the only way to start the year sweet. Send a High Holiday tribute to honor someone special and bring extra joy (and meaning) into 5786. Give, add a message, pick a festive design. Sweetness, straight to their inbox.

High Holiday Resources

Rosh Hashanah: September 22–24, 2025

 

Yom Kippur: October 1–2, 2025

Sukkot: October 6–13, 2025

 

Sh’mini Atzeret & Simchat Torah: October 13–14, 2025