Federation is proudly debuting Festival Sefarad NYC—a citywide, month-long celebration of the Greater Sephardi world and global Jewish diversity. Featuring a variety of events with something for everyone—from musical performances and book talks, to exhibitions, tours, and Shabbat dinners—Festival Sefarad NYC will be the first festivity of its kind in the U.S. At the heart of Festival Sefarad NYC is the 27th New York Sephardic Jewish Film Festival (NYSJFF). This unique cinematic celebration will present premiere film screenings, artist conversations, and the Pomegranate Awards ceremony, celebrating Sephardic excellence in the arts.
In collaboration with leading communal institutions, Festival Sefarad NYC will unfold across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and Long Island, a movable feast ensuring accessibility and welcoming participation from every corner of the Jewish community.
With the support of the UJA-Federation of New York, we aim to bring this vision to life, creating a joyous and transformative moment in the cultural calendar of Jewish New York.
Festival Sefarad NYC is more than a festival. It is a celebration of who we are, and who we can be—together.A Citywide Celebration of Jewish Joy, Culture, and Resilience
New York City is home to one of the most diverse and dynamic Jewish communities in the world. After the atrocities of October 7, the need for creating communal, intellectual, and cultural connections has never been greater. In response to this need, the American Sephardi