Rosh Hashanah
The Jewish New Year
Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, is a time of deep reflection and joyful celebration. We gather together to hear the sounding of the Shofar, share a festive four-course dinner, and welcome the new year with hope and intention.
At Chabad UChicago, our Rosh Hashanah celebrations are warm, meaningful, and open to everyone — whether you're a first-timer or a lifelong observer. There is no charge for students; all we ask for is an RSVP!
- ✦Festive four-course Rosh Hashanah dinner
- ✦Shofar blowing service
- ✦Traditional holiday prayers & Torah reading
- ✦Apples & honey for a sweet new year
Join Us for Rosh Hashanah!
Free for students — RSVP required. Come celebrate the new year with our Chabad family.
Rosh Hashanah Schedule
All services take place at the Chabad House unless otherwise noted.
Friday, September 11, 2026
6:30 PM
Evening Services
Chabad House
Enter the Days of Awe in style with strikingly soulful melodies shared by a communal voice.
7:00 PM
Festive New Year Dinner
UChicago Students only · RSVP required above
Saturday & Sunday, September 12–13, 2026
9:30–11:00 AM
Morning Reflection and Torah Reading
Chabad House
Start your day in inner contemplation, gently peppered with the inspiring words of King David's psalms, all delicately wrapped around the Hear O Israel meditation. Continue with a course of Total Awe for the Silent Prayer.
11:00 AM–12:00 PM
For StudentsCrash Service
Chabad House
Can't sit through the whole service? Experience 60 minutes of discussion, prayer and reflection.
11:00 AM–1:00 PM
Shofar Sounding (Sun only) · Melodious Musaf, Discussion and Songs
Chabad House
The shofar takes center stage as verses of royalty and remembrance punctuated with neatly ordered shofar soundings culminate in select passages mentioning the shofar itself. Familiar melodies are sung by all, creating an ambiance of community.
1:30 PM
New Year Lunch
A delicious lunch following the service.
7:30 PM (Sat)
Festive New Year Dinner
UChicago Students only · RSVP required
4:30 PM (Sun)
Tashlich
The Point
Fresh water fish in their native habitat provide a pleasant ambience for a brief petition for forgiveness. Get to know the community in a pleasant outdoor setting — great for the entire family.