Exodus & Action: A Journey Toward Justice

Base Downtown

Educators: Rabbi Sion Setton and Mijal Bitton

Base is the home of a Rabbinic family which serves as a home-base for community, learning, and mentorship. Join your Base community for a weekend retreat where we will celebrate Shabbat together through spirited song, discussion, and prayer (traditional and experimental) and of course food and play! For this retreat, we are only accepting applications from individuals who actively participate in the Base Downtown community.

This retreat will offer kosher-certified meals and will be fully Shabbat observant.

Tikkun Olam RSJ West: Creating Spaces for the Future

Educators: Jessica Herrmann and Yulia Bezrukova

Join us for the Tikkun Olam RSJ Retreat where we’ll dive into the idea of Tikkun Olam—repairing the world! This retreat is all about community building and how we can create spaces that truly meet people’s needs. We’ll explore the role of Jewish values in shaping the communities we want for the future and how we can bring our unique RSJ (Russian-Speaking Jewish) voices into that vision. Expect engaging learning, meaningful conversations, and time in nature with fellow RSJers. Whether you’re new to the community or a seasoned retreat-goer, this is the perfect space to connect, reflect, and brainstorm together. Let’s create the kind of future we all want to be a part of—one where our communities are strong and welcoming. Come for the community, stay for the vibes, and leave feeling inspired!

This retreat will offer kosher-certified meals and will be fully Shabbat observant.

The Torah of Gathering

Educator: Pardes Faculty (coming soon!)

So much of Jewish life happens in the context of community, yet how often do our gatherings lack the warmth, inspiration and sense of purpose that we crave? In partnership with the world renown Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies, join us for an immersive weekend exploring what Jewish tradition has to say about building community with intentionality. Together we will gain practical tools in order to create gatherings that foster a deeper sense of connection and belonging.

This retreat will offer kosher-certified meals and will be fully Shabbat observant.

Base Harlem

Educators: Rabbi Dimitry Ekshtut and Erica Frankel

Base is the home of a Rabbinic family which serves as a home-base for community, learning, and mentorship. Join your Base community for a weekend retreat where we will celebrate Shabbat together through spirited song, discussion, and prayer (traditional and experimental) and of course food and play! For this retreat, we are only accepting applications from individuals who actively participate in the Base Harlem community.

This retreat will offer kosher-certified meals and will be fully Shabbat observant.

Shabbat Unplugged: A Weekend Journey into Tradition

Educator: Elyssa Hurwitz

Shabbat is a powerful Jewish practice based on our deeply rooted need for rest and renewal, but how that looks in your life may shift from week to week and year to year. This weekend, you’re invited to join us in exploring the underlying meaning of traditional Shabbat rituals, learning how to create new rituals that meet our modern needs, and testing what we come up with to see if we have met our needs.

This retreat will offer kosher-certified meals and will be fully Shabbat observant.

Etgar: Outdoor Adventure

Educator: Coming soon!

Join Mem Global for an amazing weekend of adventure, exploration, and community as we emerge through the wilderness! Located at the upper part of the Colorado River, this retreat will have you celebrating Shabbat with friends old and new, alongside hiking, campfires, rafting, and so much more!

This retreat will offer kosher-style meals and will not be fully Shabbat observant.

Base UWS

Educators: Rabbi Danny and Tamara Stein

Base is the home of a Rabbinic family which serves as a home-base for community, learning, and mentorship. Join your Base community for a weekend retreat where we will celebrate Shabbat together through spirited song, discussion, and prayer (traditional and experimental) and of course food and play! For this retreat, we are only accepting applications from individuals who actively participate in the Base UWS community.

This retreat will offer kosher-certified meals and will be fully Shabbat observant.

Pop-Up Paradise: The Spirit of Sukkot

Educator: Coming soon!

Join us for a Sukkot-themed Jewish Learning Retreat, where we’ll explore the meaning of temporary spaces, the beauty of community, and the joy of the harvest season. Through engaging workshops, meaningful discussions, and hands-on activities, you’ll deepen your connection to Jewish traditions while building lasting relationships. Together, we’ll embrace the festive spirit of Sukkot and discover how its timeless themes resonate in our modern lives.

Whether you’re a seasoned Sukkot enthusiast or simply curious, this retreat is for you!

RSJ East: Nosher Kosher 3.0 – From Manna to Shakshuka

Educator: Yulia Bezrukova

Join us for RSJ retreat – Nosher Kosher 3.0: From Manna to Shakshuka where we’ll take a delicious dive into the role of food in Jewish life and RSJ culture! This retreat is all about exploring how food tells a story—from the symbolism of Manna in the desert to the comforting, savory bite of shakshuka. You are in for a treat! Learning workshops, interactive discussions about food in Jewish texts and art, and meaningful conversations on how the foods we love unite our RSJ community and so much more. Whether it’s borscht, challah, or that dish your babushka used to make, we’ll explore how food is more than sustenance—it’s culture, history, and identity. So, come hungry, come curious, and leave with a full belly and an even fuller heart. Let’s nosh, connect, and celebrate our heritage through flavors and stories!

This retreat will offer kosher-certified meals, but will not be fully Shabbat observant.

Germany Close Up 2025

What can we learn from Germany in a time of rising global antisemitism? How has the Holocaust and Germany’s Nazi past shaped the country’s role on the world stage and its relationship with its Jewish community?

Join Moishe House in Germany October 20 – 28 for an exclusive trip for Moishe House alumni (community builders, MHWOW hosts, Camp Nai and retreat participants). In partnership with Germany Close Up, we will tackle these questions through a visit to a former concentration camp, meetings with members of the German Federal Foreign Office, and experiences with the local Jewish community. The trip will be based out of Berlin, Germany’s capital and a hub of artists, musicians, and tech talent.

Trip participants must be or become members of Moishe House’s Ambassador Circle. You can become a member by making a $180 donation. The trip is only open to participants from North America.

Queer Neshamot: A Jewish Soul Retreat

Educator: Coming soon!

Looking for a space where your Queer and Jewish identities can thrive together? Queer Neshamot: A Jewish Soul Retreat is the perfect place for Queer Jews in their 20s and 30s to come together, celebrate, and learn. This weekend is all about creating community, exploring what it means to live at the intersection of these identities, and finding support in a welcoming, inclusive environment. Come for the conversations, stay for the connections, and leave feeling recharged and inspired.

This retreat will offer kosher-certified meals and will be fully Shabbat observant.

MHWOW Connect: Cheshvan

Educator: Rabbi Shari Shamah

Get ready for an unforgettable experience on the West Coast this November 2025 at MHWOW Connect: Cheshvan! This unique retreat, set during the special month of Cheshvan—a time with no Jewish holidays—offers the perfect opportunity to come together, learn, grow, and connect with hosts across North America. Dive into inspiring sessions that will enhance your hosting skills, spark fresh ideas, and leave you energized to bring new life to your gatherings. Let’s mark our calendars for this chance to celebrate our hosting journey, connect with amazing peers, and create lasting memories!

This retreat will offer kosher-certified meals and will be fully Shabbat observant.

Crafting Kedusha: A Hands-On Journey into Jewish Ritual

Educator: Elyssa Hurwitz

If you’ve wanted to engage in Jewish ritual practices with ritual objects, but not felt like you know where to begin or like you have enough knowledge to participate, this is the right retreat for you (especially if you’re looking for some artsy fun)! We want you to come with questions and be ready to engage in the deep meanings of our traditions and ritual objects so that we can cultivate a space filled with curiosity, creativity, and community. If you’re anything Mem Global, this is the perfect retreat for you to come and create some of your own ritual items!

Please note that this will not be a shomer shabbat retreat so that we can lean into different ways of creating and destroying. Feel free to reach out to our retreats team if you have questions about what that looks like!

This retreat will offer kosher-style meals and will not be fully Shabbat observant.