Membership renewal is underway and High Holy Day are right around the corner. Member High Holy Day tickets will
be issued as part of the renewal process*. Guest tickets will be available in mid-July for anyone looking to purchase
additional tickets for guests outside their household.
Members can secure their High Holy Days tickets by renewing membership in one of the following ways:
1. Paying their membership commitment in full.
2. Scheduling payment for their membership commitment.
If you would like to make additional renewal arrangements than the options above, please contact the Finance Team at
sholomfinance@sholomchicago.org.
*Electronic High Holy Day tickets will be sent via e-mail to members on the Friday after they renew, beginning July 26.
High Holy Days Service Schedule 5785 / 2024
Mixed-presence (in-person and online services at Temple Sholom unless otherwise stated) - Dark Blue
Online Services only - Light Blue
In-person only - Green
To learn more about each service, visit our Upcoming Events page for descriptions!
High Holy Day Ticketing Options
Guest Tickets - $300
Tickets available for non-members, who are ages 36 and over.
Member-Guest Tickets - $180
Tickets available for Temple Sholom of Chicago members to purchase for guests.
Makom Tickets - $80
Tickets available for non-members, who are ages 21-35.
Student Tickets - FREE
Tickets available for current students with a valid student ID.
Members will automatically receive their High Holy Day tickets once they have renewed (these confirmation e-mails will be sent each Friday to newly renewed members). If you are a member at Temple Sholom of Chicago, purchasing guest tickets, please use the form below and make sure to select that you "are a member" so that the correct guest ticket price is reflected.
If you are joining our community for the High Holy Days and are interested in becoming a member to receive a reduced ticket price, visit sholomchicago.org/membership.
Request Reciprocity
Whether you are a member at Temple Sholom of Chicago looking to attend High Holy Days at a destination congregation, or you are members part of a different congregation looking to join Temple Sholom of Chicago for High Holy Day this year. Please fill out this High Holy Day Courtesy Seating Request form with the URJ.
The 5785 High Holy Parking Request form is now closed. If you need accessible parking for the holidays, please e-mail stacy@sholomchicago.org to request access.
Bag Policy
Small purses and bags are permitted during High Holy Day services, provided they are no larger than 8"x8". All small bags and purses will be inspected upon entry to the building. Please note that larger bags are not allowed in the sanctuary during these services. If you have essential items that you need to bring but your bag exceeds the size limit, 12"x12" clear plastic bags with drawstring closures are available for your convenience in the Stratford lobby.
Volunteer
Are you interested in helping us with one of the following volunteer opportunities?
Become an usher to play a vital role in creating a warm and smooth High Holy Day experience by welcoming attendees, assisting newcomers, and ensuring service flow.
Assist us as a doctor, your volunteer support is sought to ensure medical care during services, where potential emergencies can arise, and with available defibrillator, first-aid supplies, and security team.
Help with the High Holy Day Food Drive Bag Stapling Event! Come help assemble donation bags for our annual High Holy Day Food Drive benefiting Nourishing Hope and apples & honey grab bags for the congregation for Rosh Hashanah. Register on this external page.
Coming Up
Simchat Torah Congregational Celebration
Wednesday, Oct 23rd 5:45p to 8:00p
Simchat Torah Festival Service with Yizkor, with Emanuel
Thursday, Oct 24th 10:30a to 12:00p
Temple Sholom
Westlawn Cemetery & Mausoleum and Lakeshore Jewish Funerals