Budapest’s Zsilip is rolling out a joyful, kid-friendly lineup throughout February, blending learning, celebration, and community. Friday nights bring a cozy “Mini Shabbat” in the Zsiliputi playhouse, while Sundays launch the renewed Zsiliputi Jewish Sunday School. It’s all designed so the whole family shows up, and everyone gets something meaningful out of it—parents, kids, and teens alike.
Friday Nights: Mini Shabbat, Big Smiles
On February 2, 9, and 16, Zsilip hosts “Péntekecske péntek este,” a Friday-evening Shabbat welcome split across two vibrant spaces. In the synagogue, adults tune in to Rabbi Glitzi’s teaching. Next door in the Zsiliputi playhouse, a madricha leads a lively kids’ session that turns the weekly Torah portion, Shabbat traditions, and the current holiday cycle into stories, pictures, and games.
It’s structured, but never stuffy. The program rewards attentive participation with little surprises—and yes, there’s a raffle. The message is simple and warm: bring the entire family and let everyone learn something on Shabbat. It’s an easy on-ramp for newcomers and a sweet weekly anchor for regulars.
Sunday School Returns, Renewed and Buzzing
On February 4, 11, and 18, from 10:00 to 12:30, the Zsiliputi Jewish Sunday School is officially back in action at the Zsilip Center—now polished up and ready to go. Generations remember these Sunday mornings fondly, with hundreds of kids having spent their early weekends here playing together and learning in playful ways. The refreshed setup spans two floors of play space and a suite of classrooms, purpose-built for curious minds and busy hands.
A young, enthusiastic team welcomes everyone ages 4 to 14, teens included. Activities run in age-based groups, which means the littlest ones build confidence while older kids dig a bit deeper. Together they prep for upcoming holidays, study mitzvot in a hands-on way, and get to know Jewish traditions not as distant concepts, but as living habits and values that stick with you for life.
From Little Learners to Future Leaders
Whether you’re tiny or a pre-teen, already stepping into youth leadership or heading toward your Bar/Bat Mitzvah, this Sunday school is made for you. The goal is broad but grounded: make Jewish learning feel close, practical, and joyful. It’s a safe space to ask questions, try rituals, and discover what matters to you, surrounded by friends and mentors who cheer you on.
The calendar is simple: Fridays for the cuddly, communal Shabbat welcome with parallel adult and kids’ tracks; Sundays for the renewed school with group learning and plenty of play. All in Budapest, all under one roof. Show up, join in, and let the week bookend itself with meaning.
