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We are proud to celebrate a major milestone—the 40th Berkshire Jewish Film Festival—marking four decades of outstanding Jewish cinema in the Berkshires! Join us for this special anniversary year as we honor the festival's rich legacy while continuing to showcase the very best in Jewish storytelling on screen.
This year’s festival will run for six consecutive Mondays, from July 6 to August 10, 2026, bringing powerful, thought-provoking, and inspiring films to the Berkshire community.
The Berkshire Jewish Film Festival remains one of the region’s premier cultural events, celebrating Jewish culture, history, and identity through a dynamic mix of narrative films and documentaries. In honor of our 40th year, this season’s selections promise to spark meaningful conversation, deepen understanding, and entertain audiences of all backgrounds.
The films featured in this year’s festival explore a wide range of themes, including Jewish identity, family dynamics, history, faith, social justice, and resilience. Whether you’re a lifelong cinephile or new to Jewish cinema, you’ll find stories that resonate, inspire, and entertain.
Our 40th-anniversary program will include a curated blend of international, award-winning films—some festival favorites from past years, alongside exciting new releases. These films offer a fascinating glimpse into Jewish communities around the world, from Israel to Eastern Europe, the Americas, and beyond.
Season passes for the Berkshire Jewish Film Festival are available online. Individual tickets will be available at the box office on the day of each event.
In addition to the regular season pass, we offer a VIP Season Pass for an enhanced festival experience. Please write to info@berkshirejewishfilmfestival.org for details.
Purchase your season pass and be part of this landmark 40th anniversary celebration!
When: Mondays, July 6 – August 10, 2026
Where: Duffin Theater, Lenox Memorial Middle & High School, 197 East St, Lenox, MA
Time: 3:30 pm & 7:30 pm (different films)
Individual tickets will be available only on the day of each event and exclusively at the box office.
Season passes may be purchased in advance (starting May 1) online at:
www.knessetisrael.org/filmfestival. They will be available for pickup at the theater. This year, a new express line will be in place for season ticket holders.
Stay tuned for the official 40th anniversary festival schedule and film descriptions, coming soon to our website.
Don’t miss this special opportunity to celebrate 40 years of Jewish cinema with us!
Many screenings will be followed by engaging audience discussions. In honor of our 40th anniversary, we will also feature special guest speakers, filmmaker Q&As, and anniversary programming celebrating the festival’s history and impact.
The Berkshire Jewish Film Festival is made possible by the generous support of our community sponsors, volunteers, and underwriters. All proceeds benefit Congregation Knesset Israel’s Hebrew School.
If you are interested in sponsoring the festival, making a donation, or volunteering, please contact us at info@berkshirejewishfilmfestival.org.