Experience the joy of Sukkot in Buffalo at the Chabad Center for Jewish Life. This beautiful holiday invites us to step into the Sukkah, enjoy delicious holiday meals, and connect with the timeless traditions of our people. Whether you’ve celebrated many times before or this will be your first Sukkot, you’ll feel right at home in our welcoming community.
What is Sukkot?
Sukkot, also known as the Festival of Booths, is a joyful holiday that follows Yom Kippur. For seven days, Jews around the world eat, celebrate, and sometimes even sleep in a Sukkah — a temporary hut covered with branches that reminds us of the shelters used by our ancestors during the Exodus from Egypt. The Sukkah is both simple and profound: it teaches us humility, trust in G-d, and appreciation for the blessings we enjoy.
Another central mitzvah of Sukkot is the Four Kinds — the lulav (palm branch), etrog (citron), hadassim (myrtle branches), and aravot (willow branches). We bring them together and make a special blessing, symbolizing Jewish unity and the beauty of diversity within our community.
Sukkot in Buffalo: Programs and Events
At Chabad of Buffalo, we make sure that everyone can take part in the joy of the holiday. Join us for festive dinners, warm community gatherings, and meaningful traditions.
- First Night of Sukkot: Wednesday, October 6th at 6:30 PM
- Second Night of Sukkot: Thursday, October 7th at 6:15 PM
- Shabbat Sukkot Dinner: Friday, October 10th at 6:15 PM
Each event includes a delicious holiday dinner served in the Sukkah, inspirational words of Torah, singing, and a chance to fulfill the mitzvot of the day.
Family-Friendly Celebration
Sukkot is a holiday for the whole family! Children love shaking the lulav and etrog, decorating the Sukkah, and experiencing the holiday hands-on. Our programs are designed to engage all ages, making sure everyone — from toddlers to seniors — feels part of the celebration.
Why Celebrate Sukkot in Buffalo with Chabad?
When you celebrate Sukkot in Buffalo with Chabad, you’re not just attending an event — you’re joining a community. Our Sukkah is filled with warmth, joy, and friendship. You’ll meet new people, share meals, and strengthen your connection to Judaism in a welcoming, non-judgmental atmosphere.
As the Lubavitcher Rebbe taught, the Sukkah embraces every Jew equally, reminding us that each of us has an essential place in the Jewish people.
How to Participate
- Reserve your spot for one of the community dinners.
- Stop by the Sukkah during the week to make a blessing, enjoy a snack, or shake the lulav and etrog.
- Bring a friend or family member — everyone is welcome!
Location
All programs take place at the Chabad Center for Jewish Life of Buffalo. 1016 Lafayette Ave, Buffalo NY 14209
Be Part of Sukkot in Buffalo 2025
Don’t miss the opportunity to experience the beauty of Sukkot in Buffalo. Whether you come for one night or all of them, you’ll leave uplifted, inspired, and connected.