Budapest’s waterfront community hub, Zsilip (Újpest Embankment [Újpesti rakpart] 1), is bringing back its beloved Sunday kids’ program with a fresh name and renewed energy: Zsiliputi Zsidó Vasárnapi Iskola. Families know the drill—memories made here tend to stick for years, thanks to two floors of play spaces, a cluster of study rooms, and a program built on playful learning, tradition, and community. Sessions run every Sunday from 10:00 to 12:15, with a young, upbeat team welcoming children and teens aged 4–14 for age-based activities that prepare for holidays, explore mitzvot, introduce traditions, and pass on values that last a lifetime. Whether tiny, tween, or just before or after Bar/Bat Mitzvah, this is your spot.
Who It’s For and When
– Time: Sundays, 10:00–12:15 (some notes also reference 10:00–12:30)
– Place: Zsilip Center, with a two-level playhouse and multiple classrooms
– Ages: 4–14, grouped by development and interests
Group I (Ages 4–6) – Hullám Group
The Hullám (Wave) crew goes all in on green themes, hands-on crafts, laughter, and storytelling. Jewish tales and heroes come alive through play and making, turning little participants into a real mini-community week by week. Time: Sundays, 10:00–12:15.
Group II (Ages 7–9) – Creativity and Stories
Expect a burst of creativity, Jewish stories, games, and a fantastic vibe. The team can’t wait to meet as many smiling little seashells as possible starting in September. Time: Sundays, 10:00–12:15.
Group III (Ages 10–11) – Community and Discovery
Welcome to the Yam (Sea) Group, where making, playing, laughing, and discovering go hand in hand. Count on Jewish stories, crafts, friendship, and good cheer in generous doses. Time: Sundays, 10:00–12:15.
Group IV (Ages 12–13) – Bar/Bat Mitzvah Club
The Bar Mitzvah and Bat Mitzvah Club (BMC) kicks off Sundays with positive energy, laughter, and lively discussions. It’s for those stepping into community membership, exploring Jewish values, traditions, and their own questions. Expect games, crafts, shared thinking, experiential programs, creative challenges, and project work. Time: Sundays, 10:00–12:15.
Group V (Ages 13–14) – Training Future Madrichim
The MKZ group trains future madrichim (youth leaders) weekly. Together they figure out how to lead by example and become strong guides and educators—learning about children’s needs and development, and how to support younger kids in a joyful, Jewish-spirited atmosphere. Time: Sundays, 10:00–12:15.
Dates in Budapest
2026.01.18; 01.25; 02.01; 02.08; 02.15; 02.22; 03.01; 03.08; 03.15; 03.22; 03.29; 04.05; 04.12; 04.19; 04.26; 05.03; 05.10; 05.17; 05.24; 05.31; 06.07
Organizers reserve the right to change dates and programs.
