Rosh Hashanah Young Families Service

Two women perform on stage beneath festive Shana Tova balloons at a lively Temple Emanu-El celebration, surrounded by a joyful crowd and vibrant decorations.

For families with toddlers and preschoolers. A reception will follow. Enter at One East 65th Street. Tickets are required to attend all Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur Services at Temple Emanu-El. Tickets are purchased through Membership Dues. Tickets for individual services and/or holidays are not available for purchase.

Erev Rosh Hashanah Shir Chadash Service

Two individuals lead a worship service on the bimah at Temple Emanu-El, accompanied by musicians, beautiful floral arrangements, and a congregation in attendance.

A participatory service with music and singing. Appropriate for children. Sermon: Rabbi Sara Y. Sapadin Tickets are required to attend all Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur Services at Temple Emanu-El. Tickets are purchased through Membership Dues. Tickets for individual services and/or holidays are not available for purchase.

Erev Rosh Hashanah Formal Service

A large audience gathers inside Temple Emanu-El’s magnificent sanctuary, attentively listening to a panel discussion framed by tall columns and elegant floral arrangements.

For members with reserved seating. Traditional Emanu-El service with organ and choir. Sermon: Rabbi Joshua M. Davidson Tickets are required to attend all Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur Services at Temple Emanu-El. Tickets are purchased through Membership Dues. Tickets for individual services and/or holidays are not available for purchase.

Emanu-El Downtown: Shofar Shabbat

Four musicians perform on stage with Shabbat Shalom! Emanu-El Downtown projected behind them during a musical service at Temple Emanu-El.

Herald in the New Year with us at the Center for Jewish History! Make new friends at our Shabbat Dinner Together complete with a service, yummy food, and play for every age. Intended for kids 0–12 and their grown-ups. Advanced registration is required.

Selichot Service

Individual in a white robe sounds the shofar before Torah scrolls and flowers at Temple Emanu-El in New York City.

Open to all. Music, poetry, and penitential prayers for the New Year. A dessert reception will follow.