Beth Tzedec is pleased to partner with Ashkenaz Festival in presenting the Boston-based, international touring band Jacob’s Ladder for a musical Havdalah at the Stage in the Park at Harbourfront Centre (235 Queens Quay W, Toronto).

One of the most revered Jewish rituals, the celebration of Havdalah at the Ashkenaz Festival is possibly the largest and most multicultural observance of this tradition taking place anywhere in Canada. Thousands of people of all backgrounds gather to sing together and awaken their senses by smelling spices, drinking wine, and basking in firelight, as the passing of Shabbat is marked. 

This year’s Havdalah is led by Aviva Chernick with colleagues from Beth Tzedec Congregation, in collaboration with Jewish bluegrass and Americana innovators Jacob’s Ladder.

There is no charge; everyone is welcome.