“QUEER THE NEW YEAR”

Join JQ and NuRoots to celebrate the sweet start of a new year with LGBTQ members and supporters at the annual “Queer the New Year,” a Rosh Hashanah Shabbat. Step into the sweetness and beauty of 5787 with an evening that blends tradition, community and queer joy. Whether this is your first time celebrating Rosh Hashanah or it’s a tradition you’ve held close for years, you’ll find a warm, inclusive space to gather, reflect and set intentions for the year ahead. 7 p.m. $36. Echo Park address sent upon ticket purchase. For details, visit https://jqinternational.org/events/qtny2026/.

BEL AIR AFFAIRE

The 17^th annual Bel Air Affaire, a fundraiser for student scholarships at Hebrew University of Jerusalem, offers an unforgettable evening of exquisite dining and entertainment — along with the opportunity to transform the lives of talented scholars from across Israel’s diverse communities. And you get to support scholarships that empower the next generation of leaders and innovators to pursue their studies at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel’s premier institution of higher learning and research. Philanthropist Soraya Sarah Nazarian will be honored. The event is currently sold out. There is, however, a wait list. 6 p.m. Private Beverly Hills estate. For more information, email western@afhu.org.

HIGH HOLY DANCE

You are invited to an electrifying night of dancing focused on renewal and connection. This fun, easy, follow-along style dance brings to life ideas of reset and return that Judaism celebrates during the High Holy Days. For those looking to have an embodied experience while honoring Jewish tradition, this evening will include guided dancing to music and a small element of ritual theater inspired by the original practices that took place in the ancient temple on Yom Kippur. Rabbi Brett of The Six11 Project shares a teaching on a little known fact about Yom Kippur. Part of NuRoots’ Sweet Return festival. Wear clothes comfortable for movement. 7:30-9:30 p.m. $26. Mimoda Studio, 5774 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles. https://events.humanitix.com/high-holy-dance

KEVER AVOT SERVICES

Hillside Memorial Park and Mortuary holds its annual Kever Avot V’Imahot memorial observance, offering an opportunity to remember and honor loved ones during the High Holy Day season. Led by Rabbi Mark Miller and Cantor Shelly Fox of Temple Israel of Hollywood, the intimate service includes the sounding of the shofar by Michael Gropper, candle lighting in memory of loved ones and a memorial montage, followed by refreshments. Afterwards, from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. join counselor Maggi Scharf for a supportive space to share and connect. The service is available via livestream. Details at hillsidememorial.org/kever-avot.

WILSHIRE KOL NIDRE

Join Wilshire Boulevard Temple tonight for Kol Nidre services. Services are held at the synagogue’s Koreatown location in the Glazer Campus Sanctuary as well as at the Resnick campus in West Los Angeles. Visit the synagogue’s website for service times. Tickets are required to attend. Nonmember adults, $250; nonmember children, $100. Glazer Campus: 3663 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles. Resnick Campus: 11960 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles. Details at (213) 388-2401 or https://www.wbtla.org/calendar.

KOL NIDRE AT EMANUEL

Temple Emanuel of Beverly Hills’ schedule includes Kol Nidre services from 7:30-10 p.m. On Monday, Yom Kippur Day, services begin at 8:30 a.m. There is also a family-friendly “High Holy Days in the Yard,” from 9:45-11:30 a.m. And for those spending the day at the Beverly Hills synagogue, check out the “Contemporary Issues Forum,” a panel that will examine “Hineini: When Judaism was There for Me.” Tickets are required, single service $200; all High Holy Day services, $700. Temple Emanuel of Beverly Hills, 300 N. Clark Drive, Beverly Hills. https://tebh.org/events/

KOL TIKVAH YOM KIPPUR

Join the Woodland Hills congregation for Kol Nidre and Yom Kippur services. Programming includes Kol Nidre, starting at 7:30 p.m. On Monday, services begin at 9:30 a.m. In the afternoon, the agenda features meditation, reflection, Yizkor and Neilah, followed by a Community Break Fast. Tickets required; Adults, $360; Seniors (70+) and Youth (13-25), $300. 6:30 p.m. Kol Tikvah, 20400 Ventura Blvd., Woodland Hills. https://www.koltikvah.org/high-holy-days-5787-2/schedule/

IKAR HOLY DAYS

IKAR wants everyone looking for a place to celebrate the High Holy Days to be able to join us. In addition to live streams, the congregation opens its doors on the afternoon of Yom Kippur for guests to join yizkor and Neilah for free. For the Break Fast, at 7:30 p.m., registration is required. Services are in person at Shalhevet High, 910 S. Fairfax Ave., Los Angeles, and live streamed via Zoom. Details athttps://ikar.org/high-holy-days/welcome/.

BCC YOM KIPPUR

Marking Kol Nidre, the Beth Chayim Chadashim community hosts a pre-services dinner at 6:30 p.m. at Gaby’s Restaurant, before 9 p.m. services at Temple Akiba in Culver City. On Monday, Yom Kippur services are held from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Temple Akiba. Breakout Sessions from 1-3 p.m.; Afternoon Service, 3-5 p.m. Reading of Names and Yizkor. 5-6:30 p.m. Break Fast happens from 7:30-9 p.m. Services, Free; Dinner, $33.  Details at https://www.bcc-la.org/calendar/.

KOL NIDRE AT TRZ

On Sunday, for Kol Nidre, Temple Ramat Zion, a Conservative synagogue in Northridge, hosts services at 6:30 p.m. followed by a youth program at 6:45 p.m. On Monday, a morning service starts at 8:15 a.m. The day’s program includes Community Yizkor, at 12:45 p.m., “Ask the Rabbi,” 3:45 p.m. Mincha, 4:30 p.m. Neilah. 5:45 p.m. Havdalah, Final Shofar, 7:15 p.m. Temple Ramat Zion, 17655 Devonshire St., Northridge. https://www.trz.org/high-holidays

YOM KIPPUR FOR FAMILIES

Rabbi Liora Alban of Temple Emanuel Beverly Hills and musician Jason Mesches lead joyful outdoor High Holy Day experiences for families with children ages 8 and under, featuring songs, stories and the sound of the shofar. Yom Kippur in the Yard takes place today at 9:45 a.m. Non-members are welcome with the purchase of High Holy Day tickets.$103.30 (adult), $51.80 (child). Temple Emanuel, 300 North Clark Dr. Beverly Hills. Register at tebh.simpletix.com.

TEMPLE JUDEA YOM KIPPUR

For Reform Jews in the Valley, here is the Yom Kippur Day schedule at Temple Judea: On Monday: 9 a.m. Day Services. 10 a.m. Youth and Family Experience. At Noon: Yom Kippur Day Services. 2:30 p.m. Study Session with Rabbi Joshua Aaronson. 3:30 p.m. Afternoon Service.  4:30 p.m. Yizkor, Closing Services. Temple Judea, 5429 Lindley Ave., Tarzana. (818) 758-3800. https://portal.templejudea.com/

YOM KIPPUR AT VBS

Here is the Yom Kippur lineup for the Conservative community at Valley Beth Shalom: On Monday: 7:30 a.m. Morning Minyan and Streaming. 8:45 a.m. Traditional Service. 8:45 a.m. Main Service. A 9 a.m. Sephardic Service also takes place. The services continue through Mincha/Neilah, at 5:15 p.m. Services are held onsite and via streaming. Tickets required. Valley Beth Shalom, 15739 Ventura Blvd., Encino. (818) 788-6000. vbs.org/high-holidays-2026

“WHY WE SERVE”

At a Jewish Federation program in Beverly Grove, three Jewish elected officials address the central topic, “Why We Serve: The Importance of Jewish Leadership in Office.” Speakers are LA City Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky, State Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel (D-Encino) and Agoura Hills Mayor Jeremy Wolf (D). The three present their stories. Registration required. 6:30-9 p.m. Address provided upon RSVP. https://form.jotform.com/261817028357057

TRYBAL GATHERINGS

Spanning 450 acres in the rolling hills of Ojai Valley just 90 minutes from Los Angeles, Camp Ramah’s landscaped grounds and magnificent views paint the backdrop for Trybal Gatherings, an all-inclusive getaway for Jewish young professionals. Between the orange grove and painted sky sunsets, it’s the picture-perfect setting to relax by the pool, traverse the 50-foot odyssey course, greet the sun with mountaintop yoga, learn to bake rugelach, and enjoy homemade guacamole—all before noon. Toss in the menu of outrageously creative programs and you’ll spend a blissful weekend connecting with new friends while disconnecting from the real world. Open to Jewish young adults and their friends ages 21-41. Check in is from 3-5 pm on Sept. 24. Camp ends by 1 p.m. on Sept. 27. Prices begin at $895 per person. $175 scholarship available to first-time campers. https://trybalgatherings.regfox.com/trybal-gatherings-socal-2026?t=top