Chavaya Festival

Chavaya is an earth-based, Jewish, family-friendly festival rooted in community, spirituality, and the living landscape of the Pacific Northwest. We gather to celebrate connection to one another, to the land, and to the Divine - through music, ritual, art, joy, learning, and a deep celebration of Shabbat.
 

Chavaya, the Hebrew word for ‘experience’, is the heart of our gathering— the lived, transformative encounter that arises when we show up with openness, creativity, and care. It’s the meeting point of people, place, and spirit — where Jewish wisdom, the rhythms of nature, and the fullness of who we are converge into an experience that stirs a deep remembering within us and reorients us towards a more holy and sacred life.
 

Whether you’re already steeped in Jewish community, seeking to reconnect, or just curious - Chavaya invites you into a space of renewal and discovery: a place to ground in Jewish tradition, explore new expressions of spirituality, and co-create an experience that nourishes the soul and honors the world we share.
 

Let Chavaya be your invitation to an authentic, co-created celebration of Judaism rooted in nature, alive with ruach (spirit), and with enough room around the fire for all.



Yay! We are so glad you're here.

Thank you for wanting to be part of Chavaya. It means a lot to us to gather this community together, and we’re excited to have you with us.

As part of our commitment to safety and care, we ask everyone purchasing tickets to register and answer a few short questions. This helps us get to know who is joining and ensures we can hold a secure and welcoming space.

All ticket purchases will be reviewed and approved manually.

Please make sure to review our FAQ section thoroughly before completing the following questions for yourself AND for anyone else you are purchasing tickets for. Please see the bottom of our home page: www.chavayafestival.com

If you are interested in volunteering, we would love to have you involved.

You can apply to be a volunteer on our website: www.chavayafestival.com

Chavaya uses a “give what you can” ticket model to keep our events accessible while sustaining the work behind them.

If you’re able to pay for a higher-priced ticket, please do—it helps support others who need lower-cost options. Only choose the lower tier if you truly need it.

We trust our community to choose with care so everyone can take part.