Expect music, dancing, performances, giant family photo albums, hands-on workshops, surprise moments and enough simcha to fill the whole building. From the gloriously chaotic Barmy Mitzvah to family discos, cooking sessions, dance classes, beach fun and memories spanning generations, we're taking everything you love about a Bar Mitzvah and turning it up to 13
Whether you're reliving your own Bar or Bat Mitzvah, bringing the next generation, or just turning up for the party, this is a day packed with joy, laughter and community.
No presents required. Just bring your dancing shoes.
Your ticket gives you access to everything happening across the day, so you can dive in, try something new, and make the most of it from start to finish. (Food and drink available to purchase.)
What's Happening On The Day
JW3's Barmy Mitzvah
JW3’s Barmy Mitzvah is a gloriously chaotic Bar Mitzvah, a knockabout, character-packed party for the ages. Join our Bar Mitzvah boy as he navigates the most photographed day of his life… while stumbling through its most awkward transition.
Simcha Snaps
Take a stroll through generations of Bar and Bat Mitzvah memories in our giant photo album, blown up larger than life and spread throughout the building.
Family Disco with Ilana Banana
Because no Bar Mitzvah is complete without questionable dance moves and a packed dance floor.
The Shambles
The Battle of the Bands winners bring the soundtrack, proving every great party needs a great band.
Helena Elizabeth Dance Academy
Little feet, big energy and plenty of chances to show off your best celebration moves.
Israeli Dance Class
Grab a hand, join the circle and discover why every Jewish celebration eventually ends up dancing.
Egyptian Belly Dance Taster
A chance to shimmy, sway and add a few new moves to your Bar Mitzvah dance-floor repertoire.
Bharatanatyam Dance Taster
Discover the rhythms, stories and movement of one of the world's oldest dance traditions.
Cooking with Fabienne
Roll up your sleeves and get involved in a hands-on cooking session that's worth breaking away from the dance floor for.
Jewish Museum London Pop-Up
Explore fascinating Bar Mitzvah artefacts and hear what may be the oldest surviving recording of a Bar Mitzvah speech.
