Conferences & Events

Join us for exciting and inspiring workshops, conferences, events, and training programs throughout the year.
 

Join us for exciting and inspiring workshops, conferences, events, and training programs throughout the year.

Every two years Reform Jews gather at the URJ's flagship conference, the URJ Biennial, to totally immerse themselves in Judaism, taking time to explore synagogue life and gather new ideas; study with scholars and celebrate with friends. See highlights from URJ Biennial 2019. The next Biennial will be held in Washington, D.C. (National Harbor), December 8-11, 2021!

Find out more about the URJ Event Participant Code of Conduct.

As a result of the evolving COVID-19 situation, the URJ canceled all in-person activities for summer 2020 and continues to monitor the pandemic in order to determine the future of scheduled programming for the rest of 2020 and beyond. See our Calendar of Virtual Events and learn more about digital programming for children and families.  

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URJ Biennial

Join thousands of Jews from across North America and around the world to learn, pray, share ideas, dance and sing, hear from inspiring speakers and the leaders of our Movement; reunite with old friends, create new connections, and make decisions about the policies of the Reform Movement.
Leadership Institute

Developing Leaders

The URJ offers a variety of training and engagement opportunities and resources that emphasize critical thinking and practical skills.
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Music Programs

View all upcoming programs for song leaders at camps, congregations, Hillels. The URJ's music programs are held at Olin Sang Ruby Institute (OSRUI) Camp in Oconomowac, Wisconsin.
nfty convention

NFTY Convention and Youth Summits

Every two years, 1,000 Jewish teens gather from across North America for five incredible days. They are joined by adult professionals and lay leaders attending the Youth Summit at NFTY Convention.