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Jewish Events in Austin

39 upcoming Jewish community events in Austin from Shalom Austin's calendar: classes, holiday celebrations, family and young adult programs, volunteering and more.

Updated daily · last read Oct 7, 2026

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October 2026

  • October 7 Commemoration

    Wed, Oct 76:30 – 8:30 PMDell JCC

    When: Wednesday, October 7 Time: 6:30 - 8:30 PM Where: Dell JCC Still Dancing: Life After Nova Join Shalom Austin for a special screening of Still Dancing, a powerful 45-minute documentary…

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    Today

  • Retirement U Fall Semester 2026

    Thu, Oct 811:30 AM – 1:00 PMDell JCC

    Join us for our inaugural semester of RetirementU! RetirementU is A four-week lunch-and-learn series supporting older adults as they navigate retirement.

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    Tomorrow

  • Wise Aging

    Thu, Oct 811:30 AM – 1:00 PMDell JCC

    There is no set of instructions for getting older, join Rabbi Cohen as we open up conversations about what it means not just to get older but to age wisely.…

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    Tomorrow

  • Hadassah Happy Hour

    Thu, Oct 85:30 – 7:30 PMAvailable Upon Registration

    Please join us for our monthly happy hour at a wine bar in the Northwest Hills. We'll get to know one another over drinks and grow sisterly bonds through…

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    Tomorrow

  • Adult Jewish Learning

    Thu, Oct 86:30 – 8:00 PMDell JCC

    Judaism for a Complicated World Dell JCC This series explores how Jewish wisdom can help us navigate the challenges of modern life with greater purpose, connection, openness, and moral courage.…

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    Tomorrow

  • Shabbat Cafe with Cantor Abby Gostein

    Fri, Oct 910:00 – 11:00 AMDell JCC

    Shabbat Cafe with Cantor Abby Gostein Date: Friday, October 9, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Location: Dell JCC Join us to celebrate an early Shabbat in a warm…

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    This week

  • Medicare 101

    Fri, Oct 911:30 AM – 1:00 PMDell JCC

    Medicare 101 with Lee Green Date: Friday, October 9, 2026 Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Location: Dell JCC Have questions about Medicare? Confused about your options?

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    This week

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    Kol Shira Presents South Austin Shabbat Picnic in the Park

    Sat, Oct 1011:00 AM – 2:00 PM

    For adults and kids of all ages: enjoy Shabbat with food and fun at a potluck picnic in the park with the Kol Shira community—on the South side of town!…

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    This week

  • Pickleball Social

    Sat, Oct 106:30 – 8:30 PMHurt Family Tennis Center

    Join us for a members-only evening of pickleball! Play doubles, socialize, and compete for prizes. Registration is $30 and includes food and beverages.

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    This week

  • Social Players! Next Generation

    Sun, Oct 111:30 – 4:00 PMDell JCC

    The Social Players! Next Generation program will create opportunities for participants of all abilities, including adults and students in grades 11 and above, to serve as Program Facilitators.

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    This week

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    The Social Players!

    Sun, Oct 112:00 – 3:30 PMDell JCC

    The Social Players! brings parents and children together in structured theatre, improv, and visual arts activities to develop foundational social skills that help students re-acclimate to school.

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    This week

  • Tzofim Shevet Keren

    Sun, Oct 114:00 – 6:00 PM

    Shevet Keren is Austin’s Israeli Scouts youth movement for children and teens in grades 3–12. We meet on Sundays throughout the school year for fun, educational and social activities centered…

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    This week

  • Families

    Shalom Austin & IAC Keshet family program begins

    Sun, Oct 114:00 – 5:30 PMDell JCC

    Keshet – Where Kids Connect to Israel and Families Feel at Home Keshet is a joyful, hands-on experience for children ages 4–8 to build a meaningful connection to Israel through…

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    This week

  • Hadassah’s Monday Morning Mahj

    Mon, Oct 1210:00 AM – 12:00 PM

    Occurs the second and fourth Monday of every month. RSVP and contact details are on the event listing.

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  • Music in the Living Room

    Mon, Oct 124:00 – 5:00 PMJennifer & David Kaufman Family Living Room

    Music in the Living Room was designed to created chilled vibes in the community living room. This program features a talented musiciand or singer to perform for our community, every…

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    This week

  • Community Mission Trip Info Session

    Mon, Oct 126:30 – 7:30 PMDell JCC

    More information coming soon!

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    This week

  • Shalom Austin Lunch & Learn

    Tue, Oct 1312:00 – 1:30 PMLinda & Keith Zimmerman Multi-Purpose Rooms at the Dell JCC

    More information coming soon!

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    This week

  • Lunch & Learn

    Tue, Oct 1312:00 – 1:30 PMLinda & Keith Zimmerman Multi-Purpose Rooms at the Dell JCC

    More information coming soon.

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    This week

  • Support Group: Adult Children of Family Estrangement

    Tue, Oct 136:30 – 8:00 PMDell JCC

    Family estrangement is more common than people realize and is often misunderstood, especially for Adult Children considering or living in estrangement for reasons including mental health and autonomy.

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    This week

  • Ben Guiron Society Kickoff Event

    Tue, Oct 137:00 – 9:00 PM

    Invite Only

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    IAC MAGEN – Understanding the 2026 Texas Elections – Let’s Make Sense of It

    Tue, Oct 137:30 – 8:30 PMOnline

    The decisions that impact our lives, our families, and our communities are being made right now. With the Texas elections approaching, it can be difficult to navigate all the information…

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    This week

  • Book Shuk

    Wed, Oct 149:30 – 11:30 AMDell JCC

    We invite you to visit Dell JCC and adopt a book from our collection. These books have been at the heart of meaningful programs, inspiring learning, sparking thoughtful discussions…

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    This week

  • Jewish Professionals Lunch & Learn

    Wed, Oct 1412:15 – 1:15 PMDell JCC

    Join Shalom Austin staff and Austin’s Jewish professional community for a special conversation with two extraordinary leaders from Galilee Medical Center, located in Shalom Austin’s Partnership Region in the Western…

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    This week

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    IAC|Back to School – Parents in Hebrew

    Wed, Oct 148:00 – 9:30 PMOnline

    הילדים חוזרים לבית הספר. ומה איתנו ההורים, אנחנו מוכנים? הצטרפו ל-IAC MAGEN Back to School for Parents למפגש אונליין בעברית שייתן לכם כלים מעשיים להתחיל את שנת הלימודים חזקים ומוכנים…

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    This week

  • Wise Aging

    Thu, Oct 1510:00 – 11:30 AMDell JCC

    There is no set of instructions for getting older, join Rabbi Cohen as we open up conversations about what it means not just to get older but to age wisely.…

    Check eligibility and registration with the hostView listing ↗

  • Retirement U Fall Semester 2026

    Thu, Oct 1511:30 AM – 1:00 PMDell JCC

    Join us for our inaugural semester of RetirementU! RetirementU is A four-week lunch-and-learn series supporting older adults as they navigate retirement.

    Check eligibility and registration with the hostView listing ↗

  • Ladies Lunch & Learn

    Thu, Oct 1512:00 – 1:00 PMDell JCC

    Date: Thursday, October 15 Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Location: Dell JCC Join us for an exclusive Ladies Lunch & Learn featuring Prof.

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  • Divorce Support Group

    Thu, Oct 156:30 – 7:30 PMKrasoff Jewish Family Service Building

    Divorce is challenging, but community can provide the support you need during difficult times. We invite you to join our bi-weekly support group, led by Matt Smith.

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  • AJA’s Legacy and Leadership Evening Honoring Abby Rapoport

    Thu, Oct 156:30 – 9:00 PM

    AJA honors Abby Rapoport for her tremendous impact on the school and welcomes Karyn Rayburn, AJA's new visionary Head of School.

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  • Seasons of Mussar with Rabbi Amy B. Cohen

    Fri, Oct 1610:00 AM – 12:00 PMDell JCC

    Seasons of Mussar is an ongoing monthly drop in study group with Rabbi Amy B. Cohen for individuals who have previous experience with the study and practice of Mussar.

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  • Inspired Aging BINGO

    Fri, Oct 1611:30 AM – 12:30 PMDell JCC

    Bingo Bonanza! Date: Friday, October 16, 2026 Time: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Location: Dell JCC We hope you’ll join us on Friday, October 16 for the next Bingo Bonanza!

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  • Shabbat ‘n Play with Jason Mesches

    Fri, Oct 165:00 – 6:00 PM

    Jason Mesches will be joining Shalom Families for Shabbat 'n Play on Friday October 16 from 11-11:45 AM.

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    Shalom Families: Jason Mesches in Austin

    Fri, Oct 16

    Jason Mesches will be coming to the community October 16-18 and partnering with different departments and organizations.

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  • IAC| B’not Mitzvah program begins

    Sat, Oct 175:00 – 7:00 PM

    RSVP and contact details are on the event listing.

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  • Social Players! Next Generation

    Sun, Oct 181:30 – 4:00 PMDell JCC

    The Social Players! Next Generation program will create opportunities for participants of all abilities, including adults and students in grades 11 and above, to serve as Program Facilitators.

    Check eligibility and registration with the hostView listing ↗

  • Families

    The Social Players!

    Sun, Oct 182:00 – 3:30 PMDell JCC

    The Social Players! brings parents and children together in structured theatre, improv, and visual arts activities to develop foundational social skills that help students re-acclimate to school.

    Check eligibility and registration with the hostView listing ↗

  • Tzofim Shevet Keren

    Sun, Oct 184:00 – 6:00 PM

    Shevet Keren is Austin’s Israeli Scouts youth movement for children and teens in grades 3–12. We meet on Sundays throughout the school year for fun, educational and social activities centered…

    Check eligibility and registration with the hostView listing ↗

  • Jason Mesches Community Concert

    Sun, Oct 185:00 – 6:00 PM

    Join us to gather in song with Jason Mesches on Sunday, October 18 from 5-6 PM. Open to all families in the Shalom Families community.

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  • 2027 Maccabi Games Community Kickoff

    Sun, Oct 186:00 – 8:00 PM

    The JCC Maccabi Games are coming to Austin, July 2027! Don’t miss the community wide kick off event so you can get involved in the Games! More information coming soon!

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About events in Austin

These are the community events Shalom Austin publishes on its calendar at shalomaustin.org, read by FedFinder every day. Religious services, holiday dates and internal meetings aren't included here; the full calendar has them. A listing on a public calendar isn't always open to everyone, so check eligibility and registration with the host.

Shalom Austin on FedFinder → Programs, ways to get involved, and how to get in touch.

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This page lists the upcoming community events on Shalom Austin's calendar (39 right now), read daily. For the Federation's programs, services and how to get involved, see its FedFinder page.

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