Rosh Hashanah Events Across NYC For A Sweet New Year

Rosh Hashanah is coming right up on September 9, 2018. Check out these local events perfect for family-friendly Rosh Hashanah celebrations here in New York City!

5 Rosh Hashanah Events For NYC Families:

92Y Family Services

92Y has crafted a Rosh Hashanah service that accommodates parents with kids from newborn to 7 years that’s led by Rebecca Schoffer, the director of Jewish family engagement and Shababa. The one-hour service is followed by a Kiddush with treats!
Congregation Kehilath Jeshurun Holiday Camp

Ring in 5779 with this camp for kids nursery-aged through 6th grade, created so parents can attend services while kids are having a service of their own. Kids will indulge in everything from holiday treats to games and activities. Drop-off is 10am and pick-up is 1pm, and synagogue staff can escort children to and from services. You can pre-register at their website.
JCC Manhattan

Everyone’s welcome at this Rosh Hashanah event where you leave the new year behind by tossing bread crumbs into the Hudson River as a tashlich ritual.
Celebrate at Children's Museum of Manhattan

The Children’s Museum of Manhattan is getting in on the High Holiday festivities with their own slate of activities. Kids can make 3D crafts and cards, create a bee sculpture, and make honeycomb prints as they learn all about Rosh Hashanah.

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Taste Buds Cooking Camp

Cook up some classic holiday treats with Taste Buds Kitchen like Apple-y Date Bars and Handmade Flatbread. Go to a one- or two-day camp session, whatever fits your schedule.

Treehouse Shakers

<div>Treehouse Shakers&rsquo; Branching OUT After-School program is for ages 12-14. This awarded program is for young people who identify as LGBTQIA+, or are seeking to become better allies. Branching OUT centers on discovering and exploring one&rsquo;s story and identity through an intentionally artist-led format. During our community-based program, young people will explore and reflect on their own story to create a larger, more meaningful experience, while gaining self-empowerment and gathering with like-minded peers. Through the guidance of our awarded teaching artists, young people will create narratives that will be turned into podcasts, dances, songs or poetry.&nbsp;</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Young people have the opportunity to learn new art forms, work with professional artists, while building a meaningful community.</div>

Brick-or-Treat at LEGOLAND® New York Resort

Monstrous Family fun returns with Brick-or-Treat at LEGOLAND&reg; New York Resort! &nbsp; The signature children&rsquo;s Halloween event kicks off October 3rd&nbsp;when the Park transforms into a bewitching party filled with candy, seasonal shows, and Halloween themed LEGO characters. The event runs on all operating dates in October, with all festivities included in general admission. Meet LEGO Monster characters like Spider Lady and Wacky Witch and make your way to the treat stations around the Park. Don&rsquo;t forget your costumes! &nbsp; New for 2024: Monster Party Nights at LEGOLAND New York Hotel! Book a Brick-or-Treat overnight package in October to enjoy extra sweet Halloween-themed fun after a day in the Park. Hotel guests will have the opportunity to eat breakfast with a Monster, participate in themed crafts and LEGO builds, rock out at the Monster Dance Party each night, and more! &nbsp; AWESOME AWAITS at LEGOLAND&reg; New York Resort, the ultimate LEGO&reg; theme park destination, for kids ages two through twelve and their families. Ride, climb, and build your way through seven LEGO themed lands. &nbsp;

Atlantic Acting School

Looking for a fun and exciting theater program for kids and teens? Join us at the Atlantic. Our programs are intense, exciting and fun!