THE BIG
SHABBAT
THE BIG
SHABBAT
Breaking Bread.
Breaking the World Record.
Breaking Bread.
Breaking the
World Record.
OUR GOAL: 3,000
OUR GOAL: 3,000
CURRENT RECORD: 2,322
CURRENT RECORD: 2,322
November 21, 2025 · 6:00 - 10:00 PM · North Javits, New York City
Nov. 21, 2025 · 6 - 10 PM · North Javits, NYC
November 21, 2025 · 6:00 - 10:00 PM
North Javits, New York City
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WHAT’S
THE BIG SHABBAT?
WHAT’S
THE BIG SHABBAT?
In 2014, Tel Aviv's White City Shabbat set the GUINNESS WORLD RECORD® for the largest Shabbat dinner in history with 2,226 guests. The following year, Berlin edged ahead with 2,322. As the second largest Jewish city on the planet, New York can do better.
On November 21, 2025, The Temple Emanu-El Streicker Centers will welcome 3,000 people of all ages to enjoy a delicious Shabbat meal, vibrant music, rich tradition . . . and claim the GUINNESS WORLD RECORD® for largest Shabbat dinner in history.
Whether you're cultural, spiritual, (un)affiliated, or just curious, join us for a historic night in New York City. Break bread, break the record, and come together as one proud community.
WHAT’S
THE BIG SHABBAT?
Get
Your
Seat at
the Table
for $54
Get
Your
Seat at
the Table
for $54
THE BIG SHABBAT
AT A GLANCE
THE BIG SHABBAT
AT A GLANCE
THE BIG SHABBAT
AT A GLANCE
5:45
PM
1
Doors open
5:45
PM
1
Doors open
5:45
PM
1
Doors open
6:00
PM
1
The celebration begins with sumptuous appetizers, live music and entertainment before guests take their seats for The BIG Shabbat dinner.
6:00
PM
1
The celebration begins
with sumptuous
appetizers, live music,
and entertainment
before guests take their
seats for THE BIG SHABBAT
dinner.
6:00
PM
1
The celebration begins with sumptuous appetizers, live music and entertainment before guests take their seats for the BIG Shabbat dinner.
8:30
PM
1
A BIG moment: the Israel trip winner is announced, the GUINNESS WORLD RECORD® revealed, and we join in the Shehecheyanu blessing.
8:30
PM
1
A BIG moment: The Israel trip winner is announced, the GUINNESS WORLD RECORD® revealed, and we join in the Shehecheyanu blessing.
8:30
PM
1
A BIG moment: the Israel
trip winner is announced,
the GUINNESS WORLD
RECORD® revealed,
and we join in the
Shehecheyanu blessing.
8:30
PM
1
A BIG moment: The Israel trip winner is announced, the GUINNESS WORLD RECORD® revealed, and we join in the Shehecheyanu blessing.
8:45
PM
1
Shabbat Oneg continues the
celebration with desserts and live music.
8:45
PM
1
Shabbat Oneg continues
the celebration with
desserts and live music
8:45
PM
1
Shabbat Oneg continues the celebration with desserts and
live music.
10:00
PM
Event ends with a BIG
Shabbat Shalom!
10:00
PM
Event ends with a BIG
Shabbat Shalom!
10:00
PM
Event ends with a BIG
Shabbat Shalom!
Get
Your
Seat at
the Table
for $54
Get
Your
Seat at
the Table
for $54
Hey, New York!
Hey New York
Start spreading the news . . . We’re making Shabbat history—and you’re invited.
Start spreading the news . . . We’re making Shabbat history—and you’re invited.
WHAT’S
ON THE
BIG SHABBAT TABLE?
WHAT’S
ON THE BIG SHABBAT TABLE?
WHAT’S
ON THE
BIG SHABBAT TABLE?
A festive, kosher (RcBc) vegetarian feast will be served family-style for 3,000 guests, prepared by a team of 10 chefs, 45 chef assistants and 156 servers. The menu has been curated by four of today’s most celebrated voices in Jewish food who have enlivened modern Shabbat tables everywhere.
Beejhy
Barhany
Beejhy
Barhany
Jake
Cohen
Jake
Cohen
Joan
Nathan
Joan
Nathan
Adeena
Sussman
Adeena
Sussman
WIN A TRIP FOR TWO
TO ISRAEL!
WIN A TRIP
FOR TWO
TO ISRAEL!
WIN A TRIP
FOR TWO
TO ISRAEL!
All attendees will be entered into a lottery to win two, roundtrip flights and luxury stays in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv. The winner will have the honor of placing a note at the Western Wall on behalf of all attending The BIG Shabbat.
“
More than the
Jewish people
kept Shabbat,
Shabbat kept the Jewish people”
More than
the Jewish
people kept
Shabbat,
Shabbat kept
the Jewish
people”
-
Ahad Ha’am
Ahad Ha’am
GOT QUESTIONS?
GOT QUESTIONS?
GOT
QUESTIONS?
How do I get to The BIG Shabbat?
North Javits is located at the corner of 11th Avenue and West 36th Street, accessible by the 7 train to Hudson Yards (just a 5-minute walk) or the A, C, E trains to 34th Street-Penn Station (a 10-minute walk). There are also plenty of nearby parking lots.
Is the venue accessible for wheelchairs/mobility devices?
North Javits is fully ADA compliant. If you have specific mobility needs or require assistance, please email us at info@theBIGshabbat.com in advance so we can ensure you have the best possible experience.
What will security be like?
Your safety is paramount and we've worked closely with the NYPD and the venue's security team to put comprehensive safeguards in place. Among the most visible will be a thorough screening process pre-entry and security personnel stationed throughout.
What’s required of me to help break the GUINNESS WORLD RECORD®?
You must check in by 6:30 PM and remain physically present at the dinner until 8:30 PM to be counted toward the GUINNESS WORLD RECORD®.
Will there be a Shabbat service I can attend before the event?
For those who want to attend a traditional service before the event, Hudson Yards Synagogue (Orthodox), formerly known as West Side Jewish Center, at 347 W 34th St., will offer a traditional minyan. After the service, the group will walk together to The BIG Shabbat.
Is The BIG Shabbat appropriate for kids?
Yes! People of all ages are welcome, and we'll have kids’ activities and kid-friendly menu options. But note that to break the record, every attendee must participate in the dinner until 8:30 PM. Please be sure that your children are up for this.
Will The BIG Shabbat be kosher?
A festive, delicious, certified Kosher (RcBc), vegetarian dairy meal will be served.
I have dietary restrictions, how will The BIG Shabbat handle this?
Vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options will be available throughout the evening. With 3,000 guests, we aren't able to handle individual requests and cannot guarantee against cross-contamination since foods may come into contact with allergens during prep and service. If you have severe allergies, you will want to make sure you are comfortable with these guidelines before you commit to the event.
I’m Shomer Shabbat– can I join The BIG Shabbat?
All are welcome but note that there will be live music and amplified sound.
If I'm not Jewish, can I still attend The BIG Shabbat?
Absolutely! As a celebration of community, culture, and breaking records together, The BIG SHABBAT welcomes people of all backgrounds. We're happy to explain any traditions and customs throughout the evening.
Can media attend or cover the event?
Media coverage must be pre-approved and coordinated in advance. For media requests, please email us at info@theBIGshabbat.com with your outlet information, ideal coverage plans and crew details.
I’d like to support The BIG Shabbat. What’s the best way to do that?
Any contribution will help us create this historic celebration as we're proudly offering tickets to the community at a highly subsidized rate. Make your donation HERE. Sponsorship packages are available for individuals and corporations. For more information, please contact Jamie Allen Black at jallenblack@emanuelstreickernyc.org
Can I choose who I sit with?
If you want to sit with specific people, please register as a group. Additionally, if you wish to be seated in a section reserved for one of our Presenting Partners be sure to select the appropriate group from the drop-down menu during registration.
How do I get to The BIG Shabbat?
North Javits is located at the corner of 11th Avenue and West 36th Street, accessible by the 7 train to Hudson Yards (just a 5-minute walk) or the A, C, E trains to 34th Street-Penn Station (a 10-minute walk). There are also plenty of nearby parking lots.
Is the venue accessible for wheelchairs/mobility devices?
North Javits is fully ADA compliant. If you have specific mobility needs or require assistance, please email us at info@theBIGshabbat.com in advance so we can ensure you have the best possible experience.
What will security be like?
Your safety is paramount and we've worked closely with the NYPD and the venue's security team to put comprehensive safeguards in place. Among the most visible will be a thorough screening process pre-entry and security personnel stationed throughout.
What’s required of me to help break the GUINNESS WORLD RECORD®?
You must check in by 6:30 PM and remain physically present at the dinner until 8:30 PM to be counted toward the GUINNESS WORLD RECORD®.
Will there be a Shabbat service I can attend before the event?
For those who want to attend a traditional service before the event, Hudson Yards Synagogue (Orthodox), formerly known as West Side Jewish Center, at 347 W 34th St., will offer a traditional minyan. After the service, the group will walk together to The BIG Shabbat.
Is The BIG Shabbat appropriate for kids?
Yes! People of all ages are welcome, and we'll have kids’ activities and kid-friendly menu options. But note that to break the record, every attendee must participate in the dinner until 8:30 PM. Please be sure that your children are up for this.
Will The BIG Shabbat be kosher?
A festive, delicious, certified Kosher (RcBc), vegetarian dairy meal will be served.
I have dietary restrictions, how will The BIG Shabbat handle this?
Vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options will be available throughout the evening. With 3,000 guests, we aren't able to handle individual requests and cannot guarantee against cross-contamination since foods may come into contact with allergens during prep and service. If you have severe allergies, you will want to make sure you are comfortable with these guidelines before you commit to the event.
I’m Shomer Shabbat– can I join The BIG Shabbat?
All are welcome but note that there will be live music and amplified sound.
If I'm not Jewish, can I still attend The BIG Shabbat?
Absolutely! As a celebration of community, culture, and breaking records together, The BIG SHABBAT welcomes people of all backgrounds. We're happy to explain any traditions and customs throughout the evening.
Can media attend or cover the event?
Media coverage must be pre-approved and coordinated in advance. For media requests, please email us at info@theBIGshabbat.com with your outlet information, ideal coverage plans and crew details.
I’d like to support The BIG Shabbat. What’s the best way to do that?
Any contribution will help us create this historic celebration as we're proudly offering tickets to the community at a highly subsidized rate. Make your donation HERE. Sponsorship packages are available for individuals and corporations. For more information, please contact Jamie Allen Black at jallenblack@emanuelstreickernyc.org
Can I choose who I sit with?
If you want to sit with specific people, please register as a group. Additionally, if you wish to be seated in a section reserved for one of our Presenting Partners be sure to select the appropriate group from the drop-down menu during registration.
How do I get to The BIG Shabbat?
North Javits is located at the corner of 11th Avenue and West 36th Street, accessible by the 7 train to Hudson Yards (just a 5-minute walk) or the A, C, E trains to 34th Street-Penn Station (a 10-minute walk). There are also plenty of nearby parking lots.
Is the venue accessible for wheelchairs/mobility devices?
North Javits is fully ADA compliant. If you have specific mobility needs or require assistance, please email us at info@theBIGshabbat.com in advance so we can ensure you have the best possible experience.
What will security be like?
Your safety is paramount and we've worked closely with the NYPD and the venue's security team to put comprehensive safeguards in place. Among the most visible will be a thorough screening process pre-entry and security personnel stationed throughout.
What’s required of me to help break the GUINNESS WORLD RECORD®?
You must check in by 6:30 PM and remain physically present at the dinner until 8:30 PM to be counted toward the GUINNESS WORLD RECORD®.
Will there be a Shabbat service I can attend before the event?
For those who want to attend a traditional service before the event, Hudson Yards Synagogue (Orthodox), formerly known as West Side Jewish Center, at 347 W 34th St., will offer a traditional minyan. After the service, the group will walk together to The BIG Shabbat.
Is The BIG Shabbat appropriate for kids?
Yes! People of all ages are welcome, and we'll have kids’ activities and kid-friendly menu options. But note that to break the record, every attendee must participate in the dinner until 8:30 PM. Please be sure that your children are up for this.
Will The BIG Shabbat be kosher?
A festive, delicious, certified Kosher (RcBc), vegetarian dairy meal will be served.
I have dietary restrictions, how will The BIG Shabbat handle this?
Vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options will be available throughout the evening. With 3,000 guests, we aren't able to handle individual requests and cannot guarantee against cross-contamination since foods may come into contact with allergens during prep and service. If you have severe allergies, you will want to make sure you are comfortable with these guidelines before you commit to the event.
I’m Shomer Shabbat– can I join The BIG Shabbat?
All are welcome but note that there will be live music and amplified sound.
If I'm not Jewish, can I still attend The BIG Shabbat?
Absolutely! As a celebration of community, culture, and breaking records together, The BIG SHABBAT welcomes people of all backgrounds. We're happy to explain any traditions and customs throughout the evening.
Can media attend or cover the event?
Media coverage must be pre-approved and coordinated in advance. For media requests, please email us at info@theBIGshabbat.com with your outlet information, ideal coverage plans and crew details.
I’d like to support The BIG Shabbat. What’s the best way to do that?
Any contribution will help us create this historic celebration as we're proudly offering tickets to the community at a highly subsidized rate. Make your donation HERE. Sponsorship packages are available for individuals and corporations. For more information, please contact Jamie Allen Black at jallenblack@emanuelstreickernyc.org
Can I choose who I sit with?
If you want to sit with specific people, please register as a group. Additionally, if you wish to be seated in a section reserved for one of our Presenting Partners be sure to select the appropriate group from the drop-down menu during registration.
Founding Partners
Presenting Partners
In Formation
BEFORE
YOU GO . . .
BEFORE
YOU GO . . .
BEFORE
YOU GO . . .
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EVENT COMMITTEES
The BIG Dinner Chairs:
Madelyn Bucksbaum Adamson & Allen Adamson, Shari Aronson (Aronson Family Foundation), Carol Becker (William Greenberg Desserts), Blavatnik Family Foundation, Kim & Alan Hartman, Diana Pessin, Barbara Streicker (in formation)
The BIG Host Committee:
Sandy Cahn, Steven and Cheri Friedman & Family, Terri Goldberg, Shoshanna Lonstein Gruss, Masha Mimran, Arielle Patrick, Barbara Ritchin, Linda & Jerry Spitzer, Margaret Streicker, Michael Streicker, Jeff Zucker (in formation)
The BIG Shabbat Tribe Committee:
Beejhy Barhany, Shoshana Bean, Julie Benko, Etai Benson, Eitan Bernath, Emil Cohen, Jake Cohen, Max Cohen, Lorna Courtney, Tovah Feldshuh, Judy Gold, Eden Grinshpan, Eitan Levine, Kenny Liebowitz, Joan Nathan, Zachary Noah Piser, Morgan Raum, Modi Rosenfeld, Seth Rudetsky, Shannon Sarna, Hallel Silverman, Gail Simmons, Steven Skybell, Alexandra Socha, Ari'el Stachel, Talia Suskauer, Adeena Sussman (in formation)
A Guinness judge will be present at the event and, with a team of 50 volunteers, will verify the number of people who remain seated at the dinner for one hour. The current world record is 2,322.
Follow Us:
Contact us:
info@theBIGshabbat.com
Follow Us:
Contact us:
info@theBIGshabbat.com
A Guinness judge will be present at the event and, with a team of 50 volunteers, will verify the number of people who remain seated at the dinner for one hour. The current world record is 2,322.
Follow Us:
Contact us:
info@theBIGshabbat.com
A Guinness judge will be present at the event and, with a team of 50 volunteers, will verify the number of people who remain seated at the dinner for one hour. The current world record is 2,322.
EVENT COMMITTEES
The BIG Dinner Chairs:
Madelyn Bucksbaum Adamson, Shari Aronson, Carol Becker, Blavatnik Family Foundation, Kim Hartman, Diana Pessin, Barbara Streicker (in formation)
The BIG Host Committee:
Sandy Cahn, Steven and Cheri Friedman, Shoshana Lonstein Gruss, Masha Mimran, Arielle Patrick, Barbara Ritchin, Michael Streicker, Jeff Zucker (in formation)
The BIG Shabbat Tribe Committee:
Beejhy Barhany, Shoshana Bean, Julie Benko, Etai Benson, Eitan Bernath, Emil Cohen, Jake Cohen, Max Cohen, Lorna Courtney, Tovah Feldshuh, Judy Gold, Eden Grinshpan, Eitan Levine, Kenny Liebowitz, Joan Nathan, Zachary Noah Piser, Morgan Raum, Modi Rosenfeld, Seth Rudetsky, Shannon Sarna, Gail Simmons, Steven Skybell, Alexandra Socha, Ari'el Stachel, Talia Suskauer, Adeena Sussman (in formation)
A Guinness judge will be present at the event and, with a team of 50 volunteers, will verify the number of people who remain seated at the dinner for one hour. The current world record is 2,322.
Follow Us:
Contact us:
info@theBIGshabbat.com