An afternoon of live music, kosher food, culture & family fun — open to all, free to attend.
Scribal art, do a mitzvah on the go, guess the giant challah weight & more.
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The Jewish Family Festival returns for its fifth year, hosted by Chabad Maple Grove in partnership with the Chabad Centers of Minneapolis. What began as a local gathering has grown into one of the area's most anticipated Jewish cultural events — welcoming hundreds of families from across the region for an afternoon of music, food, and fun. Everyone is welcome; being Jewish is not required to attend.
6 oz freshly sliced corned beef on NY-style rye bread.
6 oz freshly sliced pastrami on NY-style rye bread.
Slow-cooked pulled brisket with pickled red cabbage on a pretzel bun.
4 oz thinly cut pastrami in a dough pocket with mashed potato & sautéed onion.
5 deep-fried falafel balls, tahini, hummus & Israeli salad with pita wedges.
A classic kosher hot dog, served in a soft bun.
Savory dough pocket filled with mashed potato & spices.
Crispy golden fries.
Sweet noodle & egg pudding baked with cinnamon & crunch topping.
Soft cookie topped half chocolate, half vanilla — a NYC classic.
Sweet dough rolled around a rich chocolate filling (1 large).
Hungarian pastry filled with caramelized apples, cinnamon & sugar.
Yoey's upbeat, joyful sound blends the deep spiritual concepts of Chassidus with contemporary musical genres — a live set the whole family will be dancing to.
A mountain of bubbly foam — the highlight of the afternoon for kids (and brave grown-ups).
Mr. Fun global games, a bounce house, lawn games, face paint, Jewish crafts & more.
Watch a sofer hand-write sacred Hebrew letters up close.
Do a good deed on the spot — a small act with a big meaning.
Guess the weight of the giant challah and win a prize.
Browse a curated display of Jewish books for all ages.
Northwest Greenway Pavilion — 5250 Peony Ln N, Plymouth, MN 55446.
General admission, music and activities are completely free. Food and drink are available for purchase.
Tickets are not required, but they're highly recommended. Reserve your free ticket above so we can plan ahead.
Order in advance online for a 10% discount and an express pickup line. At the event we accept credit card, payment apps (Zelle, Venmo, etc.), check, or exact cash — no change will be available.
Not at all — everyone is welcome. Being Jewish is not required to attend the festival.
There is a free parking lot at the NW Greenway Pavilion. Additional parking is available at the Teen Challenge course next door.
Yes — all food and drink sold at the festival is strictly kosher under Chabad supervision.
Yes. Plymouth Police and the JCRC will be on hand to ensure a safe and smooth festival.
Visit JewishMapleGrove.com to learn more about the Minneapolis Jewish community.
WITH US
Your help is what makes this festival a success! Pitch in with setup, serving, tickets, kids' activities or clean-up. Every volunteer receives a free staff T-shirt & meal.
Gain meaningful exposure while supporting culture and community. Sponsorship includes:
• Signage and acknowledgment at the festival
• Association with a growing, inclusive cultural event
Individual donations keep this festival free and accessible to all. Every contribution makes a real difference.
SUMMER
Reserve your free tickets and skip the line by ordering your kosher food online — 10% off before July 26th.
