Welcome Week 2026
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
This year’s Welcome Week runs Wednesday, August 26 through Wednesday, September 2, with something happening nearly every day at 52 Mt Auburn.
Calendar of Events
There’s always something fun and Jewish happening at Harvard! You’ll find your next Shabbat dinner, picnic on the river, or dose of Jewish wisdom right here.
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All Day
Hillel Open House
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Stop by Harvard Hillel on Move-In Day for our Open House! Students, parents, and families are invited to meet Hillel staff and student leaders, explore the building, enjoy some snacks, and learn more about Jewish life at Harvard. Whether you’re new to Hillel or already part of the community, we’d love to welcome you!
Event Location
Harvard Hillel
JP Licks Ice Cream Social
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
8:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Celebrate the start of the school year with ice cream sundae making! Meet other first-years and enjoy a sweet treat with a J.P. Licks Ice Cream Social at Harvard Hillel!
Event Location
Harvard Hillel
All Day
Welcome Week 2026
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
This year’s Welcome Week runs Wednesday, August 26 through Wednesday, September 2, with something happening nearly every day at 52 Mt Auburn.
First-year Pop-Up Bagels Breakfast
Thursday, August 27, 2026
8:30 am - 10:00 am
Come enjoy Pop-Up Bagels at Harvard Hillel with your fellow first-years!
Event Location
Harvard Hillel
Taco Thursday
Thursday, August 27, 2026
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Event Location
Harvard Hillel
All Day
Welcome Week 2026
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
This year’s Welcome Week runs Wednesday, August 26 through Wednesday, September 2, with something happening nearly every day at 52 Mt Auburn.
Student Board & Staff Coffee Pop-Up
Friday, August 28, 2026
9:30 am - 11:30 am
Need a coffee fix? Swing by a coffee shop around campus throughout the week to chat with Harvard Hillel staff and student leaders over a cup of coffee. Whether you have questions, are looking to learn more about Hillel, or just want to hang out, we’d love to see you!
All Day
Welcome Week 2026
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
This year’s Welcome Week runs Wednesday, August 26 through Wednesday, September 2, with something happening nearly every day at 52 Mt Auburn.
Pizza & Smores Dinner
Saturday, August 29, 2026
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Grab a slice and make your own smore’s at Harvard Hillel! Mark the end of Shabbat by hanging out in the courtyard and enjoying pizza & roasted marshmallows with friends!
Event Location
Harvard Hillel
Week of Events
Welcome Week 2026
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
This year’s Welcome Week runs Wednesday, August 26 through Wednesday, September 2, with something happening nearly every day at 52 Mt Auburn.
Sunday, August 23, 2026
No events on this day.
Monday, August 24, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
No events on this day.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Hillel Open House
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Stop by Harvard Hillel on Move-In Day for our Open House! Students, parents, and families are invited to meet Hillel staff and student leaders, explore the building, enjoy some snacks, and learn more about Jewish life at Harvard. Whether you’re new to Hillel or already part of the community, we’d love to welcome you!
Event Location
Harvard Hillel
JP Licks Ice Cream Social
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
8:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Celebrate the start of the school year with ice cream sundae making! Meet other first-years and enjoy a sweet treat with a J.P. Licks Ice Cream Social at Harvard Hillel!
Event Location
Harvard Hillel
Thursday, August 27, 2026
First-year Pop-Up Bagels Breakfast
Thursday, August 27, 2026
8:30 am - 10:00 am
Come enjoy Pop-Up Bagels at Harvard Hillel with your fellow first-years!
Event Location
Harvard Hillel
Taco Thursday
Thursday, August 27, 2026
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Event Location
Harvard Hillel
Friday, August 28, 2026
Student Board & Staff Coffee Pop-Up
Friday, August 28, 2026
9:30 am - 11:30 am
Need a coffee fix? Swing by a coffee shop around campus throughout the week to chat with Harvard Hillel staff and student leaders over a cup of coffee. Whether you have questions, are looking to learn more about Hillel, or just want to hang out, we’d love to see you!
Saturday, August 29, 2026
Pizza & Smores Dinner
Saturday, August 29, 2026
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Grab a slice and make your own smore’s at Harvard Hillel! Mark the end of Shabbat by hanging out in the courtyard and enjoying pizza & roasted marshmallows with friends!
Event Location
Harvard Hillel
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