One City. Nine days. Endless vibes. JFest WPG has arrived.
JFest WPG is back from November 1 to 9 and it is so much more than a festival. It is a high-energy, city-wide celebration of Jewish culture – reimagined.
Get ready for live music that stirs your soul, art that sparks imagination, films that stay with you, hands-on workshops, incredible food, family adventures, and moments that just might blow your mind.
From Israeli pop stars to Persian grooves, from legendary rock tributes to creative experiences you will not find anywhere else, this is where tradition meets what is next.
Whether you are Jewish, Jewish-ish, or simply culture curious, JFest WPG is for you. Come dance. Come laugh. Come explore something new.
Pick one event. Pick a few. Just make sure you are part of it.
Celebrate the stories, sounds, and spirit of Jewish life from around the world, right here in Winnipeg.
Explore the full lineup below and secure your tickets today.
Israeli Icon Keren Peles
Saturday, November 1 | 8:00 p.m.
Seven Oaks Performing Arts Centre | 711 Jefferson Avenue
$50 General Ticket | $75 Premium Ticket (first 8 rows) | REGISTER
Kick off JFest WPG with a night you’ll never forget! Israeli superstar Keren Peles brings her emotional depth and unforgettable melodies to the stage for one exclusive Winnipeg show. With a career spanning over two decades, Keren is Israel’s most played female artist and a multiple award-winner.
Join us for an evening that promises emotion, energy, and timeless melodies you will carry with you long after the last note.
Structure and Imagination: Melman, Kirshner, Segal & Charach Visual Arts Exhibit
Sunday, November 2 | 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Rady JCC | Adult Lounge | Free to attend | No registration required
Step inside a world where architecture meets imagination through the visionary works of four extraordinary artists. Whether you’re an art lover or simply curious, this exhibit invites you to experience the powerful intersection of structure and soul in ways you never expected.
This is a rare chance to witness creativity that challenges perception and inspires new ways of seeing the everyday.
The Ring (‘Best of the Fest’ featured film)
Monday, November 3 | 7:30 p.m.
Rady JCC | Berney Theatre | $12 | REGISTER
Discover a deeply moving story of family and survival brought to life with heartfelt humor and raw emotion. Israeli comedian and actor Adir Miller takes the stage in The Ring, a deeply moving, multi-generational story based on his real-life experience. Follow Arnon Noble as he journeys with his estranged daughter to Hungary to find a mysterious ring that saved his Holocaust-survivor mother’s life.
See the film that audiences are still talking about and experience a story that resonates on every level.
Hadar Maoz: The Persian Groove
Tuesday, November 4 | 7:30 p.m.
Rady JCC | Berney Theatre | $35 | REGISTER
Feel the electrifying blend of ancient tradition and modern rhythm in a musical journey unlike any other. Hadar Maoz brings 2,500 years of Jewish-Persian tradition to life with a modern twist. Raised in a family of musicians, Hadar blends sacred drumming, chanting, and the ancient Tar instrument with blues, groove, and electronic beats for a performance that’s both spiritual and electrifying.
Prepare to be swept away by a show that celebrates heritage with unstoppable energy and soul.
Scribed Hebrew Blessings in Watercolour with Ruth Livingston
Wednesday, November 5 | 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Rady JCC | Adult Lounge | $18 | REGISTER
Create a one-of-a-kind work of art that connects personal meaning with timeless tradition in a welcoming workshop. Here, you’ll create a personalized Hebrew house blessing framed by an abstract watercolour background. No painting or Hebrew experience is needed. Just bring a printed photo of a house you love.
Bring your creativity to life and take home a piece that tells your story with beauty and heart.
The Jewish Soul of Rock ‘N’ Roll with the
Flatland Famous Band
Thursday, November 6 | 7:30 p.m.
Rady JCC | Berney Theatre | $35 | REGISTER
Get ready to rock with Winnipeg’s own Flatland Famous Band as they bring Jewish rock legends’ greatest hits to life! From Geddy Lee to Bob Dylan, this powerhouse band will have you dancing and singing all night with their high-energy performance.
This high energy concert will have you on your feet and singing along from the first chord to the last.
Family Shabbat Dinner with Dr. Marky Weinstock
Friday, November 7 | 6:00 p.m.
Rady JCC | Multi-Purpose Room
$18 per adult | $15 per child
Children under 3 free (registration still required) | REGISTER
Take in Shabbat in style with an evening of uplifting music, inspiring stories, crafts, and community led by award-winning children’s entertainer Dr. Marky Weinstock.
Make memories that last a lifetime while sharing laughter and tradition with your loved ones.
Bad Shabbos (‘Best of the Fest’ featured film)
Saturday, November 8 | 8:00 p.m.
Rady JCC | Berney Theatre | $12 | REGISTER
Shabbat dinner. Family introductions. A murder mystery. What could possibly go wrong? Bad Shabbos is a sharp, hilarious comedy starring Kyra Sedgwick, David Paymer, and Jon Bass. It follows a chaotic dinner meant to bring together Jewish and Catholic families, until someone doesn’t make it to dessert.
This wildly entertaining film is the perfect blend of humor and heart for a night you will not forget.
Yeladudes! KidFest
Sunday, November 9 | 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Rady JCC Gymnasium | $15
Parents / kids under 3 free (registration still req’d) | REGISTER
Bring the whole family to the ultimate day of fun! YelaDudes! KidFest is packed with activities for kids of all ages, from toddlers to tweens. Enjoy bouncy castles, toddler zones, crafts, games, dancing, and a lively family concert that will have everyone singing along.
Dive into a full day of fun and adventure designed to delight kids of every age and spark family joy.
Ready to lock in your seats? Here’s what you need to know:
• Individual Tickets: Each event is ticketed separately, so you can pick exactly what you want.
• Concert Bundle Deals: Love more than one concert? Grab 2 tickets and save 10% or go all-in with all 3 and save 15%.
• Special Perk for Rady JCC Members: 25% OFF your total purchase.
• Final Pricing: All your discounts will be automatically applied at checkout.
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Questions about JFest WPG?
Contact:
Laura Marjovsky
Director of Programming | Rady JCC
204.477.7539 | lmarjovsky@radyjcc.com
