Simchat Torah

Simchat Torah

Simchat Torah marks the end of the annual Torah scroll reading and the beginning of the new cycle for the coming year. It is celebrated with musicians, singing, dancing, and merry processions of people carrying Torahs and children waving flags. Even little children can join in; we have plush Torah toys for them.

Erev Simchat Torah: Saturday, October 3 • 23 Tishrei 5787

  • 6:30pm: Ma’ariv service, followed by
  • 6:45pm: a celebration of the torah accompanied by the music of the Maxwell Street Klezmer Quartet and featuring songs from KRS students!
  • KRS (and Community) Simchat Torah Social, with beverages and snacks

In person is by far the best for Simchat Torah, but it is also streamed on Facebook, YouTube, and Zoom at Zoom ID 814 4591 5201.

Simchat Torah Morning: Sunday, October 4 • 23 Tishrei 5787

Date

Oct 03 2026

Time

6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Location

Temple Har Zion and Streaming
Streaming on Zoom, Facebook, and YouTube and in person at 1040 N. Harlem Ave., River Forest IL 60305
Phone
708-366-9000

Hourly Schedule

Saturday, October 3

06:30 PM
Simchat Torah Ma'ariv service
06:45 PM
Erev Simchat Torah Celebration
followed by snacks and beverages!

Sunday October 4

10:00am - 12:15pm
Simchat Torah Morning Service