Join us for Aravah ⋒ Sukkot Festival in Mendocino County, California ⋒ October 18-20th 2024/5785.

Aravah Festival is an opportunity to gather across difference, in shared grief, praise, play, and joy -- to actively shape Olam Haba'a: the world we dream of.

Aravah Festival is guided by the nourishment and deep wisdom of our ancestors and ancient Jewish rituals.

The willow (aravah) is one of the four sacred species of Sukkot along with the lulav, etrog and hadas.
The willow, flexible yet resilient, teaches us the art of adaptation, of bending without breaking. As we come together as friends, family and strangers, to celebrate among the stars, we embrace the willow's wisdom – weaving a tapestry of diverse communities and inviting the rich currents of Jewish tradition to flow through us. As we gather, we create a sukkat shlomecha (a shelter of peace), opening our hearts to growth and transformation. We invite you to co-create with us, with one another, and with nature, grounding in the complexity of this moment. We welcome the vulnerability and strength that arises when we come together in our diversity and shared humanity.

If you'd like to attend but are experiencing financial hardship, please fill out a volunteer application or reach out to us directly at Aravahsukkotfestival@gmail.com.

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