2026 PROGRAMME
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FRIDAY DECEMBER 4th
The Art & Soul of Challah
An Intimate Baking Experience with Renowned Chef Enid Grace
Friday, December 4 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Hillier, Prince Edward County | Only 10 Spots Available
Some traditions are meant to be kneaded, shared, and passed down.
Join renowned Chef Enid Grace for a special, hands-on challah-making experience in her beautiful space. Over four intimate hours, you'll learn the art of making, shaping, and braiding challah from scratch, while discovering the rich Jewish traditions and spiritual meaning behind this beloved bread.
We'll also explore Hafrashat Challah, the beautiful Jewish ritual of separating a portion of dough and reciting a blessing, offering a glimpse into the deeper connection between food, faith, gratitude, and community.
Light fare will be served.
With just 10 spots available, this is a rare opportunity to learn from Chef Enid in a warm, personal setting.
Come for the challah, stay for the tradition, stories, and connection.
Part of the Good Lox Festival, celebrating Jewish food, culture, and community throughout Hanukkah in Prince Edward County.
By the Light of the Lamp
Jewish Food and Folktales from the Azores with Luso Bites Chef Steve Chaves
Friday December 4 | 5:00 PM
Luso Bites, Picton, Prince Edward County | Limited Space
Join us for the lighting of the first Chanukah candle and a special evening of Jewish food and folktales from the Azores at Luso Bites - Join Chef Steve Chaves for a trip through the culinary landscape of the Azores and it’s incredible and fascinating Jewish history. An evening to delight the senses. Stories told by incredible community storytellers, an assortment of culinary delights, and wine included in your ticket price.
SATURDAY DECEMBER 5th
Hanukkah Story Time at the Library
Stories, Songs & Hanukkah Magic for Little Ones
Saturday Dec 5 | 10:30 AM
Picton Library | Family Friendly | Free | No Ticket Required
Gather the little ones for a morning of Hanukkah stories, songs, and festive fun!
Join us at the Picton Library for a special Hanukkah-themed story time celebrating the Festival of Lights. Through engaging stories, songs, and age-appropriate activities, children will discover the magic of Hanukkah, explore Jewish traditions, and enjoy a little holiday sparkle.
A welcoming, joyful morning for young children and their grown-ups. No previous knowledge of Hanukkah or Jewish traditions needed. Everyone is welcome!
Part of the Good Lox Festival, celebrating Jewish food, culture, and community throughout Hanukkah in Prince Edward County.
The Jewish Community Talent Show
A Little Camp. A Little Chaos. A Whole Lot of Talent (or Something Like It).
Saturday, December 5 | Doors at 6:00 PM, Show at 7:00 PM
Beacon Bike + Brew, Picton
Remember summer camp talent shows? The questionable singing, wildly ambitious performances, dramatic poetry readings, and that one person who took the whole thing VERY seriously?
We're bringing that energy to Good Lox!
Join us for an evening of wonderfully unexpected entertainment, celebrating Jewish culture, creativity, and community, with a healthy dose of camp-style chaos. Singing, dancing, comedy, poetry, dramatic readings, magic tricks, unusual skills, or whatever you've been secretly rehearsing in your living room. If you think it's a talent, we want to see it!
We're encouraging performers to sign up in advance with a prepared number. The more theatrical, unexpected, and delightfully over-the-top, the better. Spontaneous performances and last-minute open-mic sign-ups are welcome too.
Never performed before? Perfect. Prefer to watch from the sidelines with a drink in hand? Also perfect.
Everyone is welcome, Jewish or not. Come perform, cheer, laugh, or simply enjoy the show.
Food and drinks will be available for purchase at Beacon Bike + Brew.
Performers: Sign up in advance and claim your moment in the spotlight. Email goodloxfestival@gmail.com to sign up.
Audience: Tickets are limited, so grab yours before they're gone!
No experience necessary. No talent guaranteed. Enthusiasm mandatory.
Part of the Good Lox Festival, celebrating Jewish food, culture, creativity, and community throughout Hanukkah in Prince Edward County.
SUNDAY DECEMBER 6th
The Sons of Jacob Annual Hanukkah Party
Celebrate the Festival of Lights Together!
Friday, December 4 | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sons of Jacob Synagogue | Belleville, ON
One of the County and region's favourite Hanukkah traditions is back!
Bring the whole family and join Sons of Jacob for an afternoon of festive fun, delicious food, music, games, a bouncy castle, and plenty of Hanukkah spirit. A joyful celebration for all ages, bringing friends, families, and community together for the Festival of Lights.
Whether this is your annual tradition or your first time joining us, everyone is welcome!
Tickets & Admission:
Sons of Jacob members: Free
Good Lox Festival pass holders: $25
Non-members: $30 per adult
Family of four: $65
A heads-up: This event sells out every year, and we expect this year to be no different! We strongly encourage you to register as early as possible to secure your family's spot.
Pre-registration is required for security purposes. Security will be on-site.
Come celebrate, eat, play, and bring a little more light into the season!
Presented by Sons of Jacob Synagogue as part of the Good Lox Festival, celebrating Jewish food, culture, and community throughout Hanukkah in Prince Edward County and beyond.
Monday December 7th
Create a Menorah!
A Hands-On Hanukkah Workshop & Candle Lighting
Monday, December 7 | 4:30 PM
Prince Edward County Jewish Community Centre (PEC JCC)
Get creative and make something that will light up your Hanukkah!
Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop where kids, families, and grown-ups of all ages can design and create their very own menorah. With a variety of materials and creative supplies to choose from, you'll have everything you need to make something uniquely yours.
Whether you're crafting for the first time or already have a creative spark, come enjoy an afternoon of making, imagination, and community. We'll come together for a special Hanukkah candle lighting to celebrate the Festival of Lights.
Everyone is welcome, Jewish or not!
All crafting supplies are provided. Donations are warmly welcomed, and no one should miss out because of cost.
Pre-registration is required.
Come create, connect, and bring a little more light into the world!
Part of the Good Lox Festival, celebrating Jewish food, culture, and community throughout Hanukkah in Prince Edward County.
Tuesday December 8th
Hanukkah Cookie Decorating & Candle Lighting
Let's Decorate and Eat!
Tuesday, December 8 | 4:30 PM
Prince Edward County Jewish Community Centre (PEC JCC)
A little sweetness, a little sparkle, and a whole lot of Hanukkah fun!
Bring the family, bring your friends, and join us for a festive afternoon of Hanukkah cookie decorating, creativity, and community. We'll provide all the cookies, decorating supplies, and everything you need to create your own delicious masterpieces!
We'll wrap up by coming together for a special Hanukkah candle lighting, celebrating the Festival of Lights as one community.
Everyone is welcome, Jewish or not, young or old! This is a relaxed, family-friendly gathering open to the entire community.
Cookies and all decorating supplies are provided.
Pay what you can: Donations are warmly welcomed to help support the Good Lox Festival, but no one should miss out because of cost.
Pre-registration is required. Come make something sweet, share some light, and celebrate with us!
Part of the Good Lox Festival, celebrating Jewish food, culture, and community throughout Hanukkah in Prince Edward County.
Wednesday December 9th
Spin With Us!
The Great Dreidel Spinning Tournament & Hanukkah Candle Lighting
Wednesday, December 9 | 4:30 PM
Prince Edward County Jewish Community Centre (PEC JCC)
Think you've got what it takes to be a dreidel champion? It's time to put your spinning skills to the test!
Join us for a fun, friendly, and slightly competitive dreidel tournament celebrating one of Hanukkah's most beloved traditions. Whether you're a seasoned spinner or have never played before, everyone is welcome!
Bring your own dreidel or use one of ours. We'll have friendly competition, prizes up for grabs, and plenty of Hanukkah fun for all ages.
We'll come together for a special Hanukkah candle lighting to round out the celebration.
All ages welcome. Everyone can play, Jewish or not!
Pre-registration is required. Donations are warmly welcomed.
Come spin, compete, cheer each other on, and celebrate the Festival of Lights with us!
Part of the Good Lox Festival, celebrating Jewish food, culture, and community throughout Hanukkah in Prince Edward County.
THURSDAY DECEMBER 10th
Illustrating Memory: The Best Animated Jewish Short Films from Around the World
Thursday, December 10 | 12:00 PM
Picton Public Library (Flex Space)
Join us at the Flex Space at the Picton Public Library for a curated selection of short films exploring identity, memory, connection, and the human experience. This diverse program brings together animation, documentary, and storytelling from around the world, featuring the beautiful French animated film Papillon, The New Yorker’s Eight Nights, Today Is a Gift by local filmmaker David Rendall, and the Israeli short I Hear Everything, a unique exploration of living with misophonia. Thought-provoking, moving, and sometimes surprising, these films offer a window into different perspectives and experiences. Q and A with filmmaker David Rendall after the screening.
Part of the Good Lox Festival, celebrating Jewish food, culture, and community throughout Hanukkah in Prince Edward County.
FRIDAY DECEMBER 11th
Fiddler on the Roof Sing-Along & Shabbat Potluck Dinner
Friday, December 11 | 6:00 PM
Good Lox Festival Closing Gala | Bloomfield Town Hall
Tradition! Tradition! Join us for a delightfully schlocky, joyfully raucous celebration as we close out the Good Lox Festival with a Fiddler on the Roof sing-along and Shabbat potluck dinner! Think The Rocky Horror Picture Show meets Anatevka—costumes encouraged, singing enthusiastically expected, and no Broadway experience required! Belt out your favourite tunes alongside Tevye and the villagers, share some delicious food, and celebrate Jewish culture, community, and a little musical meshugas. Bring a vegetarian dish to share and pay just $18, or join the festivities for $36 general admission. Free with your Festival Pass. L'Chaim!