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Jewish Events & Galas

A curated national calendar of Jewish community celebrations, pro-Israel conferences, philanthropic galas, leadership gatherings and cultural events in the United States and Israel.

Confirmed date Calendar hold Date forthcoming

August–December 2026

Confirmed charity galas, Israel-support events and major Jewish community gatherings scheduled for the remainder of 2026.

August 30 2026
Confirmed

Adopt a Family Foundation Gala

San Diego, California · 6–9 PM

A philanthropic evening supporting Israeli families and strengthening connections between Israel and the San Diego Jewish community.

Official event information
October 8 2026
Confirmed

FIDF National Gala

New York City

Friends of the Israel Defense Forces brings together national supporters for an evening honoring Israel’s soldiers and supporting humanitarian and well-being programs.

View FIDF event details
October 11–15 2026
Confirmed

AFMDA “Rise Together” Mission

Israel

An American Friends of Magen David Adom mission featuring firsthand encounters with Israel’s emergency medical system, responders and lifesaving operations.

Explore AFMDA events
October 18 2026
Confirmed

AIPAC Family Leadership Initiative

Our Story & What’s at Stake

The opening 2026–2027 session of AIPAC’s educational leadership program for families seeking a deeper understanding of American support for Israel.

AIPAC program information
October 26–29 2026
National event

Hadassah “The Dream Is Real” Conference

Israel

Hadassah’s national gathering in Israel brings members, supporters and leaders together to experience Hadassah’s medical, humanitarian and Zionist work firsthand.

Hadassah national events
October 27 2026
Charity gala

AFMDA New York City Gala

New York City · 6 PM

A signature benefit supporting Magen David Adom’s ambulances, emergency medical professionals, blood services and lifesaving work throughout Israel.

Gala information
October 27 2026
Charity gala

StandWithUs New York Gala

New York City · 6 PM

An evening supporting Israel education, student leadership, community engagement and efforts to confront antisemitism.

Official gala page
November 4 2026
Charity gala

AFMDA Los Angeles Gala

Beverly Hills, California

A major West Coast benefit for Magen David Adom and Israel’s national emergency medical, ambulance and blood-services organization.

Explore AFMDA events
November 5 2026
Charity gala

FIDF Los Angeles Gala

Los Angeles, California · 6 PM

A premier Los Angeles gathering benefiting FIDF programs for Israeli soldiers, veterans and bereaved military families.

FIDF Los Angeles events
November 8–10 2026
National gathering

Jewish Federations General Assembly

Washington, D.C.

The Jewish Federations of North America convenes communal leaders, philanthropists, professionals and policymakers for one of the largest annual gatherings in organized Jewish life.

General Assembly website
November 12–15 2026
Global conference

JNF-USA Global Conference for Israel

San Diego Area, California

Jewish National Fund-USA supporters gather for Israel-focused programming, philanthropy, community-building, speakers and opportunities to engage with projects shaping Israel’s future.

Conference information
November 15 2026
Confirmed

AIPAC Family Leadership Initiative

Noisemakers vs. Changemakers

A leadership and advocacy session examining constructive engagement, coalition-building and effective pro-Israel participation.

AIPAC program information
November 19 2026
Charity gala

United Hatzalah Los Angeles Gala

Fairmont Century Plaza · Los Angeles

A benefit supporting United Hatzalah’s volunteer emergency responders and rapid lifesaving medical services across Israel.

United Hatzalah events
December 13 2026
Charity gala

StandWithUs Festival of Lights Gala

Los Angeles · 5–10 PM

A festive Hanukkah-season gala supporting StandWithUs education, advocacy and student programs.

Event information
December 15 2026
Charity gala

United Hatzalah of Israel Miami Gala

JW Marriott Miami Turnberry · Aventura, Florida

South Florida supporters gather for United Hatzalah’s major Miami benefit celebrating the volunteer medics, emergency vehicles and lifesaving technology that help save lives throughout Israel.

Official Miami listing

Confirmed 2027 Events

Events with dates already published by sponsoring organizations, Jewish federations or official community calendars.

January 10 2027
Confirmed

AIPAC Family Leadership Initiative

Campus, Coalitions & Campaigns

AIPAC’s family-oriented leadership series continues with a session focused on campus engagement, coalition-building and civic advocacy.

AIPAC program information
January 23 2027
Charity gala

Jeans, Jewels & the J

Boca West Country Club · Boca Raton · 7–11 PM

A signature benefit supporting the Levis Jewish Community Center and its cultural, educational and community programs.

Community calendar
January 24 2027
FIDF benefit

FIDF Night of Solidarity

Boca Raton, Florida · 5–8:30 PM

A South Florida evening of solidarity benefiting programs for Israel’s soldiers, veterans and military families.

FIDF Boca listings
February 1 2027
Benefit dinner

U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum Dinner

Boca West Country Club · Boca Raton · 6–9 PM

The museum’s South Florida community gathers in support of Holocaust remembrance, education, documentation and the preservation of survivor testimony.

Community calendar
February 4 2027
Federation gala

Broken Sound Gala

Boca Raton, Florida · 6–9 PM

A Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County community gala bringing together residents, donors and communal leaders.

Official event listing
February 20 2027
Community gala

B’nai Torah Congregation Gala

Boca Raton, Florida · 7–11 PM

A formal community celebration supporting B’nai Torah Congregation’s religious, educational and charitable programs.

Community calendar
Feb–Mar 28–2 2027
National conference

International Lion of Judah Conference

Austin, Texas

Jewish women philanthropists from across North America gather through Jewish Federations to celebrate leadership, community impact, generosity and commitment to Jewish life.

Jewish Federations events
March 9 2027
Annual dinner

JEC of South Florida Annual Dinner

South Florida · 6–9 PM

An annual community benefit supporting Jewish educational, outreach and engagement initiatives in South Florida.

Community calendar
March 14–17 2027
Philanthropy

Jewish Funders Network Conference

Israel

Jewish philanthropists, foundation executives and communal leaders convene to explore strategic giving and the future of Jewish philanthropy.

Conference information
April 12–14 2027
Professional conference

JPro27

Atlanta, Georgia

A major gathering for professionals serving Jewish nonprofit, philanthropic, educational and community organizations throughout North America.

JPro27 information
April 14 2027
Federation event

Federation Annual Meeting

South Palm Beach County · 6–9 PM

The Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County presents its annual community meeting and leadership gathering.

Official event listing
June 6–8 2027
Global forum

AJC Global Forum 2027

Washington, D.C.

American Jewish Committee’s global gathering brings together diplomats, Jewish leaders, advocates and policy experts to discuss Israel, antisemitism and international affairs.

Global Forum website
Jun–Jul 29–1 2027
Israel advocacy

CUFI Washington Summit

Washington, D.C.

Christians United for Israel convenes supporters for policy briefings, advocacy training, speakers and congressional engagement centered on the U.S.–Israel relationship.

Summit information
November 6–9 2027
Policy conference

J Street National Convention

Washington, D.C.

A national policy and advocacy convention presented by the self-described pro-Israel, pro-peace organization.

Convention information
November 7 2027
Calendar hold

Jewish Federations General Assembly

Washington, D.C.

A preliminary federation calendar hold has been published. Complete dates, program and registration information remain subject to formal national announcement.

Preliminary calendar listing

2027 Gala & Leadership Watchlist

These prominent annual events are expected to return, but their 2027 dates or complete public details have not yet been formally released.

Date forthcoming

United Hatzalah Annual Galas

Watch for United Hatzalah benefits in New York, Los Angeles, Miami and other major donor communities supporting Israel’s volunteer emergency responders.

United Hatzalah events
Date forthcoming

AIPAC Congressional Summit

AIPAC’s Washington leadership and congressional programming is generally offered to qualifying members and invited participants.

AIPAC leadership programs
Date forthcoming

RJC Annual Leadership Summit

The Republican Jewish Coalition’s Las Vegas summit and associated leadership programming are generally reserved for current RJC National Leadership members.

RJC summit information
Date forthcoming

FIDF National & Regional Galas

Monitor upcoming Friends of the IDF galas in New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Palm Beach, Texas and other communities.

FIDF event calendar
Date forthcoming

AFMDA Regional Galas

American Friends of Magen David Adom traditionally presents fundraising galas and community programs in major U.S. markets.

AFMDA event calendar
Dates added regularly

Hadassah National & Regional Events

Hadassah chapters and regions schedule donor luncheons, educational programs, health events and Zionist gatherings throughout the year.

Hadassah event calendar
Date forthcoming

JNF-USA Global Conference for Israel

Watch for the announcement of the 2027 edition of JNF-USA’s national conference and related Israel missions.

JNF-USA events
Date forthcoming

ADL Never Is Now

The Anti-Defamation League’s annual summit addresses antisemitism, extremism, hate and strategies for community action.

ADL events
Dates added regularly

Israel Bonds Dinners & Receptions

Development Corporation for Israel presents regional dinners, briefings and honoree events in communities across the country.

Israel Bonds events
Dates added regularly

StandWithUs Galas & Conferences

Regional benefits support Israel education, student programs, community advocacy and efforts to counter antisemitism.

StandWithUs events
Please verify before attending: Future event dates, venues, admission requirements and speaker appearances may change. Some leadership events are invitation-only or restricted to qualifying members and donors. Confirm all arrangements directly with the sponsoring organization before purchasing tickets, making contributions or booking travel.

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