Philadelphia, PA
May 17,
2026
Creating community through the universal language of music — where melody transcends prejudice and rhythm builds connection.
Announcing our headlining artist
MATISYAHU
We are thrilled to bring Matisyahu and his message of community and connection to the Philly Jewish Music Festival in its inaugural year. It’s a message that underpins the foundation of this festival and bolsters our mission of building bridges of understanding.
proudly celebrating our identity
Building bridges of understanding
This isn't just another music festival – it's a powerful statement about cultural exchange and community building. By partnering with regional and national performers, we will transform Philadelphia into a vibrant hub where Jewish musical expression meets mainstream appreciation.
We welcome Jewish artists performing music from a wide variety of genres, pushing boundaries and defying expectations.
What is PJMF?
Find out more about the festival and why we need this opportunity for community-building now more than ever.
Donate to the festival
Your support helps us build community and connection through music.
Become a volunteer
Play a bigger role in the festival’s success by becoming a Festival Ambassador.
Support the Festival
Help us make the festival a success! Your donation supports fair wages for all performers, high-quality programming for adults and kids, and outreach to make the festival more accessible to all. All contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
