Boston's Jew-ish Music Festival
Challapalooza, Greater Boston’s Jew-ish Music Festival, is back for a second amazing year. Last year we had over 400 people join us for a full day of joyful music from fifteen different musical groups in twelve different genres. Our second year will be an even bigger and better celebration — a full day of live music by fantastic local Jewish musicians, with delicious food from Jewish & kosher food trucks and fun in the park for all ages.
Stay tuned for an amazing selection of kosher food trucks,
We have secured an incredible outdoor festival venue near Kendall Square (address sent to ticket holders). It is T, bike and car accessible, with lots of space to dance, throw a frisbee or just lie on the grass.
Challapalooza is a volunteer run effort, spearheaded by Akiva Jackson of Moishe House Somerville. Our amazing festival coordinator, Akiva Jacobs, is helping to make all the magic happen. Please join us, we always need more people, both for planning and day-of volunteering.
We understand that many people are concerned about security, and we take this very seriously. Our team is implementing a comprehensive security plan in close consultation with local police and security experts. There will be a police presence at the event, and we are coordinating with the CJP security team to ensure best practices are followed. Your safety is our top priority, and we are committed to creating a secure and welcoming environment for everyone.
Blossoming from the Slavic heart of Greater Boston, the Somerville Symphony Orkestar plays all-original International Party Music. Blending elements of Balkan music with Jazz and Funk, the SSO is the ultimate party band for the crowd that wants to dance all night.
Rooted in the traditions of American improvised music, this trio combines eclectic genres with top notch musicianship and improvisational mastery.
The Ruth & Ben String Band is a high energy, driving, and groovy old time string band featuring mother-son duo Ruth Rappaport (guitar/vocals) and Ben Wetherbee (fiddle/vocals) alongside Joel Wennerstrom (banjo) and Gian Criscitiello (bass).
Phil and the Flying Leap twists and re-imagines music across multiple genres of classic American song spanning Vaudeville to Nashville to Somerville and everywhere in-between. Songwriter Phil Berman's melodies and lush string arrangements offer vibrant live performances full of heart, joy, and rich vocals.
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ALMA VATYA is an Arizonan trans-planted guitarist, singer, and banjo player who performs American vernacular music inspired and informed by a lifelong exploration of pre-war country blues, ballads, and spirituals.
Join us for a special duo performance by Adah Hetko and Lysander Jaffe of Levyosn. The band takes its name from the Ashkenazi Hebrew word for the leviathan, a mythical sea creature traveling the world's oceans collecting songs, krill, and dreams.
