Ann and Stephen Kaufman Jewish Book & Arts Festival

Inspiring and entertaining, the Ann and Stephen Kaufman Jewish Book & Arts Festival annually delivers a variety of opportunities for the community to learn and experience Jewish literary, culture and the arts. The Book Festival is one of the largest events of its kind in the U.S., attracting established and emerging writers from around the world, representing a myriad of themes and drawing a large and varied audience.

Follow #JHouBookFest on Facebook and Instagram. Support the J by purchasing your books online through Bookshop.org or during the Festival at the Jack Lapin Bookstore.

2026 Brochure

Jewish Book & Arts Festival

Save The DATE

November 1-15, 2026

Amy Rahmani

Arts & Culture Director arahmani@erjcchouston.org

UPCOMING

23
Nov
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Teck Talk with Russell Klein
29
Nov
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18th Annual Rice University Lecture Series: The Stories We Keep: A Conversation with Melissa Cohen-Nickels
09
Dec
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Hanukkah Bingo Night at the J!

Become a Patron of the Arts

Patrons of the Arts are dedicated individuals and families who make Jewish art and expression a priority in their philanthropic giving. Becoming a Patron helps the J continue to present a diverse and stimulating array of literature, film, performing arts and Jewish learning.