Nestled at 1137 Újpesti rakpart 1 in Budapest’s 13th district, Zsilip Community Center is the ultimate hangout spot. Drop in, explore, and dive into thrilling, meaningful events for every age and background. It spotlights easy connections to Jewish culture through a kosher cafe slinging bagels, live music, theater shows, study sessions, and playhouses welcoming anyone curious about Jewish traditions and heritage.
Zsiliputi Jewish Sunday School Returns
Sundays come alive with the revamped Zsiliputi Jewish Sunday School (Zsiliputi Zsidó Vasárnapi Iskola). Kids who spent their Sunday mornings here years ago still rave about the shared games and playful learning that shaped their memories—hundreds of them! This Jewish Sunday school is back in the two-story, playhouse-packed Zsilip Center with tons of study rooms. A young, enthusiastic team welcomes every kid and teen aged 4-14 from 10:00 to 12:30. Split by age groups, sessions cover prepping for holidays together, learning about mitzvot, exploring traditions, and absorbing lifelong values. Whether you’re a little one, a budding teen, prepping for youth group, or gearing up for Bar/Bat Mitzvah, this is tailored just for you. Catch it on March 15, 22, 29; April 5—all in Budapest.
Havruta Joint Study House on Mondays
Every Monday, Havruta – House of Joint Study (Havruta – Együtt Tanulás Háza) fires up at 18:30 with Rabbi Sámuel Glitzenstein unpacking the weekly Torah portion, followed at 19:30 by Rebbetzin Sarah Nógrádi on the role of women in Judaism. These sessions in Budapest draw crowds hungry for depth.
Havruta Joint Study House on Wednesdays
Now in its third smash-hit year, Havruta – House of Joint Study (Havruta – Együtt Tanulás Háza) rocks Wednesdays too—two hours each time, just like Mondays! For Jews, learning isn’t some dry academic chore; it’s core to our worldview, values, and lifestyle. The plural “Havruta” nails it—Judaism thrives on community, where we’re all players in the collective vibe. Modeled after yeshivas, small groups huddle to ponder and absorb ancient wisdom together, fueled by a love for study and community commitment. This game-changing class swings wide the Zsilip gates for every knowledge-thirsty community member. Schedule: 17:30 on the Messianic era, philosophy, and halacha with Rabbi Báruch Oberlander; 18:30 on the Book of Mitzvot and the 613 commandments with Rabbi Jonatán Megyeri. Happening March 18, 25; April 1, 8 in Budapest.
Friday Evening Family Fun: Péntekecske
Kick off Shabbat with Péntekecske (Little Friday Evening) every Friday. Zsilip hosts mini Shabbat welcomes in the Zsiliputi playhouse: while adults soak up Rabbi Glitzi’s (aka Glici) teachings in the synagogue, kids get playful sessions led by a madricha on the weekly portion, Shabbat, and current holidays—with pictures and games galore. Look forward to gifts, plus a raffle! Bring the whole family to learn together at Shabbat time. Dates: March 20, 27; April 3 in Budapest.
These recurring hits make Zsilip Budapest’s go-to for Jewish vibes in 2026, blending fun, learning, and community from March 15 onward. Whether you’re chasing kid adventures, deep dives into Torah, or family Shabbat prep, it’s all here at Újpesti rakpart 1. No barriers—just open doors to tradition with a modern twist. Mark your calendars; spots fill fast for these crowd-pleasers!
