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Jewish Events in Pittsburgh

39 upcoming Jewish community events in Pittsburgh from Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh'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 77:00 – 8:30 PMJCC Levinson Hall
From Memory to Hope
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Today
Online
Verdict at Nuremberg
Wed, Oct 77:00 – 8:00 PMZoom
4-Session Virtual Series: Wednesdays, 7:00-8:00 PM, Sept. 30 to Oct. 28. Note: No class on Oct. 21.
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Today
Haben Yakir Li – October 7th Documentary
Wed, Oct 77:30 – 9:00 PMCongregation Shaare Torah
Bnei Akiva of Pittsburgh will host a special showing of the documentary Haben Yakir Li.
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Today
Online
A Practical Discussion on Physical Security Improvements
Thu, Oct 82:00 – 3:15 PMZoom
Ask the Security Experts Join Secure Community Network for an interactive conversation about today’s most important physical security challenges. Hear practical recommendations from a nationally recognized security…
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Tomorrow
Guided Tour of the French Moderns at the Frick
Thu, Oct 82:45 – 4:00 PMThe Frick Pittsburgh
Join Women's Philanthropy for a viewing of the French Moderns exhibit including the works of Matisse, Renoir and Degas.
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Tomorrow
Federation Board Kickoff
Thu, Oct 85:00 – 8:30 PMJewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh
Board kickoff.
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Tomorrow
Families
Cyber Security & Digital Media Safety: Part A
Thu, Oct 86:00 – 8:00 PMCardinal Great Hall Pastoral Center
Learn more about the dangers our kids are facing each and every day from the experts.
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Tomorrow
Light Candles at: 6:31 PM
Fri, Oct 96:31 PMPittsburgh
Parshat Bereishit, Light Candles at: 6:31 PM Blessings: https://chabad.org/87131#blessings Brought to you by Chabad.org
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This week
Shabbat Ends: 7:28 PM
Sat, Oct 107:28 PMPittsburgh
Parshat Bereishit, Shabbat Ends: 7:28 PM Blessings: https://chabad.org/87131#blessings Brought to you by Chabad.org
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This week
YAD Outdoors Club – Apple Picking at Soergel Orchards
Sun, Oct 1110:00 AM – 1:00 PMSoergel Orchards
Join YAD Outdoors at Soergel Orchards to pick apples and enjoy fall festivities!
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This week
Corazones Unidos: Mission to Mexico City
Sun, Oct 11Ciudad de Mexico
Join the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh for an unforgettable journey through one of the most dynamic Jewish communities in the world.
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This week
Online
Ketuvim
Mon, Oct 129:30 – 10:30 AMZoom
25-Session Virtual Series: Mondays, 9:30-10:30 AM, Sep. 28, 2026 to May 24, 2027. Note: No classes on Dec. 7, 28, Jan. 25, Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22, Mar. 1, 8, 15.
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This week
Between Heaven & Eart: Visions from My Mind’s Eye
Mon, Oct 126:00 – 7:30 PMRodef Shalom Congregation
Reception for featured art exhibit
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This week
Curious Conversations: Navigating Political Differences
Mon, Oct 126:30 – 8:00 PMJCC South Hills
Please join Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh and YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh as we gather for interfaith dialogue.
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This week
Online
Contemporary Jewish Ethics
Mon, Oct 127:00 – 8:00 PMZoom
20-Session Virtual Series: Mondays, 7:00-8:00 PM, Oct. 5, 2026 to May 3, 2027. Note: No classes on Nov. 9, Dec. 7, 14, 21, 28, Jan. 4, 11, 18, Mar. 1, 8, 15.
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This week
Book Talk: “The Last Free Women: A Daring Escape from Afghanistan and Coming of Age in America”
Tue, Oct 136:00 – 7:30 PMChatham University – James Laughlin Music Hall, Welker Room
Meet Diana Kapp and Rebecca Blumenstein, the authors of "The Last Free Women: A Daring Escape from Afghanistan and Coming of Age in America", and two of the women featured in their new book, Chatham University students…
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This week
Online
Modern Living: Maintaining Balance
Tue, Oct 137:00 – 8:00 PMZoom
6-Session Virtual Series: Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 PM, Oct. 6 to Nov. 17. NOTE: No class on Nov. 3.
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This week
Off the Record Pittsburgh
Wed, Oct 147:00 – 10:00 PMByham Theater
The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh's Community Relations Council (CRC) invites the entire community, people of all faiths, backgrounds, and cultures, to join us for a special evening where we can come together…
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This week
Online
Verdict at Nuremberg
Wed, Oct 147:00 – 8:00 PMZoom
4-Session Virtual Series: Wednesdays, 7:00-8:00 PM, Sept. 30 to Oct. 28. Note: No class on Oct. 21.
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This week
Families
Cyber Security & Digital Media Safety: Part B
Thu, Oct 156:00 – 8:00 PMCardinal Great Hall Pastoral Center
Hands-on Technology Workshop to help you download the apps and tools to keep our kids safe.
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Families
Israel Campus Conflict: Radically Reasonable Watch Party & Teen Panel
Thu, Oct 157:30 – 9:00 PM
How can we help our teens enter conversations about Israel and the Jewish people with confidence on campus?
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Online
Jewish DateNight
Thu, Oct 159:00 – 10:00 PMonline
Scrolling & swiping are no longer your only options. Jewish DateNight is where real people connect. Join thousands of Jewish singles for a better way to meet — with up to 7 thoughtfully matched introductions in one…
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Light Candles at: 6:20 PM
Fri, Oct 166:20 PMPittsburgh
Parshat Noach, Light Candles at: 6:20 PM Blessings: https://chabad.org/87131#blessings Brought to you by Chabad.org
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Shabbat Ends: 7:18 PM
Sat, Oct 177:18 PMPittsburgh
Parshat Noach, Shabbat Ends: 7:18 PM Blessings: https://chabad.org/87131#blessings Brought to you by Chabad.org
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2026 Pittsburgh Jewish Book Festival
Sun, Oct 1811:00 AM – 9:00 PMCongregation Beth Shalom
Congregation Beth Shalom is proud to host the 2026 Pittsburgh Jewish Book Festival.
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Volunteer
YAD Volunteer Club – Weinberg Terrace
Sun, Oct 181:00 – 3:00 PMWeinberg Terrace
Help run bingo and set up a small party for the residents at Weinberg Terrace.
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Families
Teen Resource Fair
Sun, Oct 182:00 – 4:00 PMCOhatch Southside Works
Teens and their parents are invited to discover new pathways for involvement, meet inspiring organizations and find meaningful ways to stay connected throughout the year.
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East Winds Symphonic Band
Sun, Oct 187:00 – 9:00 PMBeit Kulanu
Live performance...big band sounds featuring music from Dixieland, Broadway shows, movie soundtracks and marches
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Pittsburgh Jewish Book Festival
Sun, Oct 18Congregation Beth Shalom
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Online
Ketuvim
Mon, Oct 199:30 – 10:30 AMZoom
25-Session Virtual Series: Mondays, 9:30-10:30 AM, Sep. 28, 2026 to May 24, 2027. Note: No classes on Dec. 7, 28, Jan. 25, Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22, Mar. 1, 8, 15.
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Online
Contemporary Jewish Ethics
Mon, Oct 197:00 – 8:00 PMZoom
20-Session Virtual Series: Mondays, 7:00-8:00 PM, Oct. 5, 2026 to May 3, 2027. Note: No classes on Nov. 9, Dec. 7, 14, 21, 28, Jan. 4, 11, 18, Mar. 1, 8, 15.
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Online
Modern Living: Maintaining Balance
Tue, Oct 207:00 – 8:00 PMZoom
6-Session Virtual Series: Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 PM, Oct. 6 to Nov. 17. NOTE: No class on Nov. 3.
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Online
13 Core Beliefs That Make Judaism What It Is
Wed, Oct 219:30 – 10:30 AMZoom
14-Session Virtual Series: Wednesdays, 9:30-10:30AM, Oct. 21, 2026 to Apr. 14, 2027. Note: No classes on Nov. 25, Dec. 2, 9, 30, Jan. 20, 27, Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24, Mar. 3, 10.
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2027 Campaign Launch
Wed, Oct 216:30 – 8:30 PMThe Pennsylvanian
By invitation only.
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Let’s Talk About It Series: Drugs Today – Facts, Safety & Conversations That Matter
Wed, Oct 217:00 – 8:30 PMFriendship Circle
The Conversations Every Family is Having – or Avoiding Let’s Talk About It is a parent and teen conversation series created with teens, for teens and the adults who care about them. The series creates space to talk…
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JParent Shabbat Dinner
Fri, Oct 235:30 – 7:30 PMJCC Levinson Hall
Shabbat dinner for parents of school aged children. RSVP and contact details are on the event listing.
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Light Candles at: 6:10 PM
Fri, Oct 236:10 PMPittsburgh
Parshat Lech-Lecha, Light Candles at: 6:10 PM Blessings: https://chabad.org/87131#blessings Brought to you by Chabad.org
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Shabbat Ends: 7:08 PM
Sat, Oct 247:08 PMPittsburgh
Parshat Lech-Lecha, Shabbat Ends: 7:08 PM Blessings: https://chabad.org/87131#blessings Brought to you by Chabad.org
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Congregation Poale Zedeck Annual Dinner
Sun, Oct 256:00 – 8:00 PMCongregation Poale Zedeck
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About events in Pittsburgh

These are the community events Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh publishes on its calendar at jewishpgh.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.

Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh on FedFinder → Programs, ways to get involved, and how to get in touch.

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