We are looking forward to seeing you at Jewish Culture Fest on Sunday, Oct. 15 from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Here are a few important things we would like to make you aware of before you arrive:
Stand Together With Israel Community Gathering
At the conclusion of the festival, we will be hosting a community gathering on the performer’s stage from 6 to 6:30 p.m. This event will include remarks from Rabbi David Glickman and our Shalicha Mika Kislanski, songs from Culture Fest performer Joe Buchanan, and closing remarks from Jewish Federation President & CEO Jay Lewis. To encourage all to attend this event, admission to the festival will be free beginning at 5:30 p.m.
Security:
While we never disclose our full security procedures publicly, we want to assure you that your safety is our number one priority. All vendors, performers, participants, volunteers and guests will go through a security screening process before entering the festival grounds. Individuals will be required to walk through metal detectors, and no weapons will be permitted on site. Additionally, Overland Park police officers and additional security will be on site, in both uniform and in plain clothes.
Parking:
Parking will be available in the Aspiria (formerly Sprint) Parking Garages, Lots C, D, and E, located off 115th Street.
ADA Access & Parking:
Attendees who need ADA access for drop off and pick up will be allowed into the Campus parking lot. Limited ADA parking will be available.
Festival Entrance:
The festival entrance will be located on the west side of the Jewish Community Campus and is easily accessible from the Aspiria Parking Garages. Look for the festive balloon archway.
What Can I Bring
Please understand, guests may be searched as part of our screening process.
What to bring:
- Guests are encouraged to bring their own water bottles.
- While diaper bags, purses, and similar small items will be allowed, please understand that they will be searched as part of our screening process.
Guests are asked to leave:
- Outside food or drink
- Weapons
- Pocket knives
- Pets (with the exception of service animals)
Donate to Jewish Family Services
Large donation bins will be provided by Jewish Family Services for any guest who would like to make a contribution to their Food Pantry. JFS is currently looking for cereals, crackers, and other dry goods.
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