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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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Orthodox Weekday Shacharis
Thursday, August 27, 2026
7:15 am - 8:00 am
Start your day with Orthodox weekday morning services. Join us for Shacharis each weekday morning to connect with tradition, community, and prayer before diving into your day. All are welcome, whether you’re looking for a daily minyan or just want to pop in.
Event Location
Harvard Hillel
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Orthodox Weekday ShacharisStart your day with Orthodox weekday morning services. Join us for Shacharis each weekday morning to connect with tradition, community, and prayer before diving into your day. All are welcome,...
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
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Come enjoy Pop-Up Bagels at Harvard Hillel with your fellow first-years!
Lunch
Thursday, August 27, 2026
11:30 am - 2:00 pm
Join us for lunch Sunday through Friday at Harvard Hillel! Undergraduate students on the meal plan can swipe in; graduate students and community members are welcome to purchase meals. It’s a great way to grab a bite, catch up with friends, and take a break from your day in a welcoming space.
Event Location
Harvard Hillel
| Harvard Hillel
LunchJoin us for lunch Sunday through Friday at Harvard Hillel! Undergraduate students on the meal plan can swipe in; graduate students and community members are welcome to purchase meals. It's...
Dinner
Thursday, August 27, 2026
5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Join us for dinner Saturday through Thursday at Harvard Hillel! Undergraduate students on the meal plan can swipe in; graduate students and community members are welcome to purchase meals. On Wednesdays, graduate students can enjoy Cheap Eats—a full dinner for just $5. Come for the food, stay for the community.
Event Location
Harvard Hillel
| Harvard Hillel
DinnerJoin us for dinner Saturday through Thursday at Harvard Hillel! Undergraduate students on the meal plan can swipe in; graduate students and community members are welcome to purchase meals. On...
Taco Thursday
Thursday, August 27, 2026
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Event Location
Harvard Hillel
| Harvard Hillel
Orthodox Weekday Shacharis
Friday, August 28, 2026
7:25 am - 8:00 am
Start your day with Orthodox weekday morning services. Join us for Shacharis each weekday morning to connect with tradition, community, and prayer before diving into your day. All are welcome, whether you’re looking for a daily minyan or just want to pop in.
Event Location
Harvard Hillel
| Harvard Hillel
Orthodox Weekday ShacharisStart your day with Orthodox weekday morning services. Join us for Shacharis each weekday morning to connect with tradition, community, and prayer before diving into your day. All are welcome, whether you're looking for a daily minyan or just want to pop in.
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!
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!
Lunch
Friday, August 28, 2026
11:30 am - 2:00 pm
Join us for lunch Sunday through Friday at Harvard Hillel! Undergraduate students on the meal plan can swipe in; graduate students and community members are welcome to purchase meals. It’s a great way to grab a bite, catch up with friends, and take a break from your day in a welcoming space.
Event Location
Harvard Hillel
| Harvard Hillel
LunchJoin us for lunch Sunday through Friday at Harvard Hillel! Undergraduate students on the meal plan can swipe in; graduate students and community members are welcome to purchase meals. It's a great way to grab a bite, catch up with friends, and take a break from your day in a welcoming space. Check out...
Shabbat Dinner
Friday, August 28, 2026
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Join us Friday evenings for Shabbat dinner, a cornerstone of our community. Share a delicious meal, welcome the Sabbath with song and blessings, and connect with fellow students in a warm, joyful atmosphere. Undergraduate students on the meal plan can swipe in (we’re happy to offer alternative access for Shabbat-observant students), and graduate students eat free. All are welcome at our Shabbat table – community members can purchase their meals in advance.
Event Location
Harvard Hillel
| Harvard Hillel
Join us Friday evenings for Shabbat dinner, a cornerstone of our community. Share a delicious meal, welcome the Sabbath with song and blessings, and connect with fellow students in a warm, joyful atmosphere. Undergraduate students on the meal plan can swipe in (we’re happy to offer alternative access for Shabbat-observant students), and graduate students eat...
Orthodox Shabbos Shacharis
Saturday, August 29, 2026
9:15 am - 12:15 pm
Join us for Orthodox Shabbat morning services. Shacharis on Shabbos is a time to pause, pray, and connect with community—complete with Torah reading and the unhurried rhythm of Shabbat. All are welcome, whether you’re a regular or just want to experience a Shabbat morning with us.
Event Location
Harvard Hillel
| Harvard Hillel
Orthodox Shabbos ShacharisJoin us for Orthodox Shabbat morning services. Shacharis on Shabbos is a time to pause, pray, and connect with community—complete with Torah reading and the unhurried rhythm of Shabbat. All are welcome, whether you're a regular or just want to experience a Shabbat morning with us.
Shabbat Lunch
Saturday, August 29, 2026
11:30 am - 2:00 pm
Continue the Shabbat spirit on Saturday afternoon with a communal lunch following morning services. Enjoy good food and great conversation as we mark the day of rest together. Undergraduate students on the meal plan can swipe in, and graduate students eat free. Whether you join us for services or just for the meal, you’re always welcome – community members can
purchase Shabbat meals in advance.
Event Location
Harvard Hillel
| Harvard Hillel
Shabbat LunchContinue the Shabbat spirit on Saturday afternoon with a communal lunch following morning services. Enjoy good food and great conversation as we mark the day of rest together. Undergraduate students on the meal plan can swipe in, and graduate students eat free. Whether you join us for services or just for the meal, you're always...
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