Join Us for a Community-Wide Celebration 78 Years in the Making
Pssst!
We are about to throw the biggest birthday party in Winnipeg.
Are you in or out?
On Wednesday, April 22 from 4:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., you’re invited to a community-wide Yom Ha’atzmaut celebration at the Rady JCC.
This is a night for everyone. Families, friends, neighbours, and anyone looking for a fun and welcoming evening out. And please know that for everyone’s comfort, enhanced security measures will be in place throughout the event.
Whether you come every year or this is your first time celebrating Israel’s birthday, we promise you’ll feel right at home.
We’re bringing the Asper Campus to life with live music, delicious food, family activities, cultural experiences, and plenty of space to gather, celebrate, and connect. The full schedule is below.
It’s high energy, it’s meaningful, and it’s a whole lot of fun.
This celebration has always been about community. And this year, it means even more. It’s a chance to come together, show our pride, and share something special with each other and with the broader Winnipeg community.
And the best part? It’s completely free to attend. You just need to pre-register below.
So bring your people. Bring your energy. And come celebrate with us.
We can’t wait to see you here!
FULL EVENT LINEUP
4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. | Gymnasium & Rady Pool
Kick things off with family fun for all ages! You can look forward to:
- Interactive children’s activities and games
- Free family swim at the Rady Pool
- Hot dogs and snacks available for purchase
5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. | Multi-Purpose Room
We’ve created a space just for tweens. There will be games, activities, and hangout time designed just for them.
6:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. | Gymnasium
Feel the energy of Israel! Join in for Harkada Israeli community dancing. No experience needed, just jump in and have fun.
7:15 p.m. | Gymnasium
The main event, emceed by crowd favourite Barry K of Cherry Tree Productions, brings the energy all night long. Enjoy live Israeli music and dance performances featuring:
- Sarah Sommer Chai Folk Ensemble
- Kadima Dance Company
- Beyachad School of Dance
- Dor Chadash Choir
- Anat Kriger
9:00 p.m. | Outside the Rady
End the night in style with fireworks and a big outdoor celebration!
All Israeli food available from Schmoozer’s by Congregation Shaarey Zedek.
VOLUNTEERS AND VENDORS WANTED!
We are planning to have a huge kiosk at our community-wide celebration, perfect for local vendors to participate and sell their merchandise. We are also looking for volunteers to assist with the biggest party of the year.
Want to be a vendor? Email Roberta Malam at rmalam@radyjcc.com.
Looking to volunteer? Click here to fill out our volunteer form.
BRINGING OUR COMMUNITY TOGETHER
An event this big couldn’t be managed without friends, supporters, and partners.
A huge thank you to The Asper Foundation, providing support through the Asper Cultural Enrichment Initiative, the Jewish Federation of Winnipeg, and the Jewish Foundation of Manitoba.
QUESTIONS ABOUT ANYTHING? CONTACT:
Natali Halberthal
Manager of Programming
204.477.7533 | nhalberthal@radyjcc.com