Your Guide to Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur in Minneapolis
Rosh Hashanah, which translates as "head of the year", is the Jewish New Year. A time for inner renewal and divine atonement, this holiday falls days before Yom Kippur, the holiest day of the year in Judaism and the official Day of Atonement. Just 10 days apart, Minneapolis has various resources and events available to those observing these holy holidays.
Last Updated: 9/10/26
Each year Rosh Hashanah is observed on different days, with the 2026 Rosh Hashanah celebrations beginning at sundown on September 10th and ending at sundown on September 13th. Traditional practices include High Holy Day services, Tashlich services, and the customary consumption of a new fruit — a symbol of newness. Just ten days later, from sundown on September 20th to nightfall on September 21st, the Jewish community will also celebrate Yom Kippur. Customs of Yom Kippur include fasting and traditional services such as the Kol Nidrei and Neila services. Resources in Minneapolis include Jewish centers, synagogues and other holy day events.
Synagogues and Jewish Centers in Minneapolis and the Metro Area
Synagogues
Mayim Rabim Congregation | Reconstructionist
4401 York Ave. S, Minneapolis, MN 55410
Shir Tikvah | Reform
5000 Girard Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55419
Temple Israel | Reform
2324 Emerson Ave. S, Minneapolis, MN 55405
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Jewish Centers and Other Resources
Chabad U of M - The Rohr Center for Jewish Student Life
1121 University Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
Sabes Jewish Community Center
4330 Cedar Lake Rd, St Louis Park, MN 55416
St. Paul Jewish Community Center
1375 St Paul Ave, St Paul, MN 55116
Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur Events
September 11, 2026
7:00pm
YJP Minneapolis
Enjoy the traditional Rosh Hashana foods and dine with fellow YJP’s as we usher in the Jewish New Year with an exquisite dinner outdoors in the YJP high holiday's tent.
September 11-13, 2026
September 20-21, 2026
Chabad Minneapolis
Join us for engaging, inspiring and easy to follow services in a warm and inclusive atmosphere. Services will be interspersed with explanations and page guidance
September 11, 2026
First Unitarian Society of Minneapolis
Or Emet invites everyone to share in our High Holiday services. We are a secular congregation celebrating and honoring Jewish culture, history and values from a humanistic, inclusive perspective. Tonight’s Rosh Hashanah service will be led by Rabbi Eva Cohen. Those unable to attend in person may join over Zoom. Please register in advance here for the Zoom option.
