Festival of Jewish Culture 2025 – May 25 at the JCC in Vancouver

Celebrate Jewish Heritage Month with Music, Dance, Art, Food & Workshops

🌟 Event Highlights

• 📍 Where: Jewish Community Centre of Greater Vancouver (JCC), 950 W 41st Ave, Vancouver

• 📅 When: Sunday, May 25, 2025 | 🕛 12:00 PM – 4:30 PM

• 🎟️ Admission: Free with pre-registration

• 🎶 What: Live Jewish music, Israeli rock, dance, hands-on workshops, food trucks, artisan marketplace

• 🔗 More Info & Registration: jccgv.com/festival-of-jewish-culture

Join the Jewish Community Centre of Greater Vancouver for the Festival of Jewish Culture 2025, an afternoon celebration packed with music, art, food, dance, and tradition on Sunday, May 25. Held in honour of Jewish Heritage Month, this free, family-friendly event offers a unique opportunity to experience and enjoy the richness of Jewish culture — open to everyone!

🎭 Live Entertainment Schedule

📍 Norman & Annette Rothstein Theatre

• 12:15 – 1:00 PM – Israeli Dance Performances as part of the 22nd Annual Festival Ha’Rikud (ticketed)

📍 JCC Wosk Auditorium

• 1:00 – 1:40 PM & 2:00 – 2:40 PM – Jewish Music Workshop with Itamar Erez and Yonatan Dror (free with registration)

• 2:45 – 3:00 PM – Israeli Choir Performance

• 3:00 – 3:20 PM – Youth Group Performance: Showstoppers

• 3:30 – 4:15 PM – Israeli Rock Concert with Haopziot Band

🎨 Free Workshops (Pre-Registration Required)

• 🖌️ Intuitive Art:

  • 12:30 – 1:15 PM

  • 2:00 – 2:45 PM

• 🥙 Falafel Making:

  • 12:15 – 12:50 PM

  • 1:15 – 1:50 PM

  • 2:15 – 2:50 PM

• 🥋 Krav Maga Self-Defense:

  • 1:00 – 1:40 PM

  • 2:00 – 2:40 PM

• 🌿 Havdalah Spice Bag Making:

  • Drop-in: 1:30 – 3:30 PM

All workshops are free, but advance registration is required to reserve a spot.

🍴 Eat, Shop, and Connect

🥘 Food Trucks
Enjoy kosher and plant-based offerings from curated local food vendors.

🛍️ Artisan Marketplace
Shop handmade crafts, fine art, jewelry, Judaica, and more from talented local Jewish artisans.

🎉 Community Vibes
Come together with neighbours, friends, and visitors to celebrate community, heritage, and creativity.

📍 Venue Details

Jewish Community Centre of Greater Vancouver (JCCGV)
950 W 41st Ave, Vancouver, BC
Easy access via transit or bike. Limited parking on-site.

🎉 From live performances to culinary delights and hands-on creativity, the Festival of Jewish Culture 2025 is a joyful celebration for all ages. Whether you're deeply rooted in the tradition or curious to explore, come experience this cultural festival that honours heritage and brings people together.

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