Question 1

What is Gan Eden?

Accepted Answer

Gan Eden (Hebrew for "Garden of Eden") is an immersive, one-night event blending a live DJ set, crafted cocktail bar, mushroom chocolate fountain, tea lounge, and a Jewish Soul Room — all under one roof at Chai House in Austin.

Question 2

Do I need to be Jewish to come?

Accepted Answer

Nope! But an affinity for the Jews in your life is a must :). All are welcome. Really.

Question 3

What should I wear?

Accepted Answer

The theme is Garden of Eden. Lush, adorned, untamed. We made a mood board: https://pin.it/5wdFDaYZI

Question 4

Is there food?

Accepted Answer

Yes: A delectable charcuterie board to graze on throughout the evening.

Question 5

What does my ticket include?

Accepted Answer

Every ticket includes full access to all rooms and experiences, plus open bar all night.

Question 6

Who's behind this?

Accepted Answer

Gan Eden creates gathering spaces where Jews in Austin can find their tribe — through experiences rooted in joy, beauty, and Jewish soul. We don't lead with labels. We lead with warmth, music, connection, and a table you actually want to sit at. The Judaism isn't the agenda — it's the reason the room feels different.

Question 7

Where does the money go?

Accepted Answer

Every dollar from ticket sales goes directly toward producing the event. The Gan Eden Stewards donate our time because we believe this kind of space needs to exist in Austin — for every Jew who hasn't found their people yet, and for every one who has and wants more nights like this.

Question 8

Want in on building the garden?

Accepted Answer

Gan Eden is a community-built experience — and we're looking for a few intentional people who want to help shape it. Roles we're filling: Room styling & decor across our spaces Check-in & guest experience, and Keeping the spaces feeling right from first guest to last. If you're a visual artist who wants your work seen by the community in a setting that actually does it justice — we want to hear from you too. Chosen volunteers receive a comped ticket. Reach out to Erika at 805.403.8659 if this sounds like you.

Gan Eden: A Night of Music and Mysticism

Gan Eden: A Night of Music and Mysticism