At Folkshul, we interpret Jewish holiday celebrations through a Secular Humanistic lens. We believe that humans are responsible for each other and our planet. Our intergenerational holiday celebrations combine Jewish traditions with current events and secular music. Instead of worshipping, we reflect on the lessons of the holidays and how they inform our commitment to Tikkun Olam—repairing the world.
As a community, we celebrate Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Sukkot, Chanukah, Tu B’shevat, Purim and Passover. We also perform acts of service to mark the secular holidays of Thanksgiving and Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
High Holidays observances are open to the public and do not require a ticket or membership.
Observe the High Holidays 5787 with Folkshul
All ages are welcome to attend our secular High Holiday observances. Join us to welcome the new year! Share readings and music, hear the sound of the shofar, and reflect through a social justice lens to stir us to action in the year ahead. Our adult observances and educational children’s program run simultaneously.
Our High Holiday programs are free and open to the community. For more information, email folkshul@folkshul.org.
Rosh Hashanah Observance
September 12, 2026, 2pm
Yom Kippur Observance
September 21, 2026, 3pm
About our High Holiday observances
Thinking of attending our Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur observances for the first time? We’re excited to welcome you. Here’s what you should know:
Our secular community observances are comprised of selected readings, poetry, and songs, including traditional Jewish songs and music from the American folk tradition. We reflect on themes of renewal, remembrance, and social justice, and we hear the sound of the Shofar. Our High Holiday programs typically run from 2-2.5 hours.
Folkshul is a member-run cooperative, and our High Holiday programs are planned by a committee of members, with support and participation from our broader Folkshul community. Community members serve as readers and speakers.
Our observances are free and open to the public. We welcome donations to help ensure that Folkshul continues to thrive.
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