Past Events

Do you feel like re-discovering the Pesach holiday? Join us at the Jewish Museum with your family for a unique Matza Bake, Test your knowledge in a Kahoot game, and last but not least, Taste our delicious Matza balls soup. Pesach reminds us of our exodus from Egypt, and our journey to freedom, something we cannot miss! Children and adults are invited. All exhibitions at the Museum will be open as well: “Superheroes Never Die. Comics and Jewish Memories », « Horizontal…

The EJCC and the Jewish Museum are pleased to invite you to the traditional New Year’s Cocktail  at the Jewish Museum of Belgium, in the presence of and under the patronage of Philippe Close, Brussels Bourgmestre and Mrs. Barbara Cuglietta Director of the Museum. The purpose of this gathering is to introduce Rosh Hashana to a wider audience, emphasizing on the universal nature of the festival and its teachings that are more relevant than ever. In a world that is always faster, Rosh Hashanah…

Bake the most delicious Rosh hashanah goodies with Genie Milgrom, in the comfort of your home via a zoom link together with people from all over the world. Genie Milgrom is a Miami based author, born and raised catholic, famous worldwide for her capacity to retrace the genealogy of her 15 grandmothers up to the first Jewish one who was forced to convert during the inquisition. Her latest book, Recipes of My 15 Grandmothers, is based on a recipe book she found recently, hidden…

Start the New Year in a high note at the Rosh Hashanah dinner, celebrate this special moment, with delicious traditional foods, great camaraderie and inspiration for all. The dinner will follow social distance guidelines and is open to a limited amount of participants who will register and pay ahead of time. Fee: 40 Euros adults – 20 Euros children – 90 Euros Sponsor. Account # BE10 3631 6154 0204.

Join us for a drink, refreshments and Shofar in open-air and under the roof of “The Guinguette Bar” to celebrate together new beginnings and to wish each other a Happy New Year!

We have the honour of inviting you at the upcoming Jewish New Year – Rosh Hashanah reception on Tuesday 29 September 2020 at 18:00 – Froissart 109, Brussels. Special guests will include Vice-President of the European Commission, H.E. Margaritis Schinas and First Vice-President of the European Parliament MEP Mairead McGuinness. Please note places are limited due to the social distancing regulations, so kindly RSVP as soon as possible at events@ejcc.eu.

What better way to get together than by seating in an open air dinner these days? Our 200m2 Sukka with an organic roof made of natural branches, a breeze of fresh Brussels air, and even a few drops of rain if you behave well, will give us a beautiful set up for a socially distanced, safe Shabbat Sukkot delicious dinner. Join us on Shabbat october 2, prayer services at 19:00 will be followed by dinner at 19:30. REGISTRATIONS MANDATORY. This meal is open to…

The Ohel Eliezer – European Synagogue will organize the Prayer Services during the whole festival. Following the prayer services, lunches will be served at 12:30 under the Sukkah on Oct. 03,04,10 and 11

Sukka Party for kidzzzzz, eat lunch, build your edible Sukka and shake all 4 species.

This year, we have decided that we will not give up on joyful events, we will just make them safe for children and adults alike so we can draw strength and joy from each other, and not miss the highlights of the holidays of Sukkot and Simchat Torah. The European Centre for Jewish Students, EJCC and the European Synagogue are happy to invite you to a new dance: “Dance with the Torah- Covid Style”, it will surely be creative, innovative yet safe for all.…

Happiness – How do you find it? Where do you find it? Do you lose it? How can you keep it? Join this exclusive European wide talk with Rabi YY Schochet that is guaranteed to leave you uplifted and inspired.

It is this time of the year that everyone is looking forward to: The Mega Challa Baka Brussels! Last year this event brought together over 600 women at the Wilchers hotel for an unforgettable evening of immense joy and companionship, baking over 600kg of Challot together. This year will not be missed for no pandemic reason, we hope to gather over 1000 of you to bake Challot from the comfort of your own home. We have put together an amazing and…

We are grateful to announce that the yearly Eurochanukah celebration on Rond-Point Schuman will happen again this year. Given the current situation, it will be broadcasted only. We would like to thank the European Commission and the city of Brussels for their support, presence and encouragement. President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen will honor us this year with the lighting of the Shamash candle in the 5 metres high Euro-Menora on Rond Point Schuman. Bourgmestre of Brussels, Mr. Philippe…

Dear parents, Many of you have reached out to us regarding organising safe programmes for families. So in honor of Tu B’shevat we are happy to invite you to an outdoor activity that is designed in accordance to the social restrictions: a Tu B’shevat Walk in the forest! We will all meet at 14:30 @ Avenue des Pins Noirs 20,1150 Woluwe-Saint-Pierre https://maps.app.goo.gl/AoSf8L1yxEdKi3rW9 You will be given a map with a track to do together with your family. On your way,…

Do you feel like re-discovering the Pesach holiday? Bring your children at the Jewish Museum for a unique Matza Bake! Pesach reminds us of our exodus from Egypt, and our journey to freedom, something we cannot miss! The activity is limited to children up to 12 years old. The museum is open to adults. All exhibitions at the Museum will be open as well: “Assaf Shoshan. Home», « Kurt Lewy. Towards Abstraction», « Traditions. Un Regard sur nos collections »…

You can come pick it up at 22 Rue du cornet on Wednesday, May 12 from 10:00-16:00 at 22 Rue du Cornet and Thursday, May 13 from 10:00 to 16:00 at 22 Rue du Cornet.

Join us for the reading of the 10 commandments at the Ohel Eliezer – European Synagogue. Inorder to accommodate everyone’s schedule and follow guidelines, we will organise 3 different readings at 11:00, 13:00, or 17:00. Seats will be limited according to regulation in place. Registration Mandatory

Join us for the Shofar blowing, a drink, and lunch to celebrate together new beginnings and to wish each other a Happy New Year, to life L’chayim!

This year we would like to offer you a unique experience: One last Shofar blow in the park (especially for those who would feel more comfortable with an open-air set up covid-wise), followed by a beautiful Tashlich ceremony by the lake of Parc Leopold.