About this event

Yep, we're throwing a rager in a synagogue. It's for Austin's Jews and friends and lovers of Jews​, so bring the people you'd want next to you on the dance floor. 21+, dress lush.​ 🐍 Austin, October 17th. Don't just hear about it after. — ​PSA: Nobody on our team is making money on this. Ticket sales go toward breaking even on what the night costs to put on - the musicians and sound, the decor that turns Chai House into a garden, the photograp​her, security and insurance. Our committee has poured hundreds of unpaid hours into it because we want Austin's Jews and friends to have a fun and beautiful place to find and connect with each other. — Connect with tribe, soul, and the parts of you that don't fit in a box. 💜 Your Gan Eden Stewards ~ Erika Eskenazi, Ilana Wish, Air Gradow, Shaina Fainglas, Joel Monteleone — P.S. If you'd prefer to exchange time and energy for a free ticket, fill out our Volunteer Form! https://forms.gle/Ki2mrauSER892Jx26 P.P.S. Four tickets with code GATHER come to $100 each instead of $120, so rally your crew.

Tickets

• ✨ Last Minute | $162 + fees — $180
• 🍎 General Admission | $108 + fees — $120

Organizer

Hosted by Gan Eden.

Gan Eden creates gathering spaces where Jews and friends and lovers of Jews in Austin can find their tribe — through experiences rooted in joy, beauty, and Jewish soul. 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.

Frequently asked questions

What is Gan Eden?

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.

Do I need to be Jewish to come?

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

What should I wear?

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

Is there food?

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

What does my ticket include?

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

Who's behind this?

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.

Where does the money go?

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.

Want in on building the garden?

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.