There are more than 150 people from the UK, Europe and the rest of the world coming to London for Darkeinu – the European Union for Progressive Judaism Conference to celebrate the Centenary of the World Union for Progressive Judaism – at the end of June 2026. You may be one of them, but it is also possible to join for single or multiple events and learning experiences taking place during and in the lead-up to the conference
You can easily book for any of them here. Just press the ‘register today’ button and you will be taken through to all of the possibilities and the costs of each.
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The below events take place at a single Central London synagogue venue:
Friday 26 June – A day of learning, discussion, building and celebration
Beginning at 9.30am (or at 8.45am if you would like to join us for Shacharit), this is the first day of the Darkeinu Conference. We begin with our keynote speaker MK Rabbi Gilad Kariv, and then you will have a choice of 12 different sessions throughout the day. They feature our century of WUPJ history, our evolving relationship with Israel, our next generation of young leaders, our advocacy and campaigns for a better world, our interfaith engagement, our liturgy and relationship with Jewish law, and sharing innovations in Progressive Jewish life worldwide. Speakers and workshop leaders are from all around the world. Then come and join a Shabbat service and dinner at one of 11 Progressive synagogues around London. Lunch and dinner are included in the day fee of £150.
Saturday 27 June – Music That Moves Us: Highlights from a century of Progressive Jewish song and music
Join us on a musical journey from Europe to America, Israel and the UK, celebrating our heritage and hope through Progressive Jewish synagogue music from 1926-2026 that continues to move us all. This spectacular and beautiful concert, beginning at 8pm, includes a luxurious dessert reception and Havdallah ceremony in the admission fee of £50.
Saturday 27 June – Whole day programme: learning, worship, exploring
You are welcome to join us from 9.30am for shiurim in various languages, our Centenary Service, a Kiddush lunch, a choice of walking tours of Jewish London or afternoon learning sessions. The fee for the day is £50 (or £100 including the concert).
Sunday 28 June – A morning of learning, discussion, building and celebration
Beginning at 9.30am (or at 8.45am if you would like to join us for Shacharit), this is the final day of the Darkeinu Conference. We end at 1.30pm after a keynote talk from Rabbi Sergio Bergman, President of the World Union for Progressive Judaism, and Rabbi Lea Mühlstein, Chair of the European Union for Progressive Judaism. Choose from eight sessions throughout the morning. They feature the remarkable global reach of Progressive Judaism and its impact, the meaning of Prophetic Judaism today, the evolution of Progressive clergy training, the campaigning of the WUPJ in the World Zionist Organisation, the WUPJ’s inclusion agenda, the experiences of Jewish students worldwide, our engagements with other Jewish denominations, and a further session exploring innovation, tech and otherwise, that will impact us. All this is included in the morning fee of £50.
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We also have the following six visits and experiences to explore the treasures of the British Jewish community:
Tuesday 23 June – Traces of Our Story: Jewish Journeys through the British Museum | 10.30am – 12.30pm
Discover the Jewish stories woven through the galleries of the British Museum with Rabbi Josh Levy, Co-Lead of the Movement for Progressive Judaism — tracing the threads of history, faith and culture that connect ancient artefacts to the living story of our people. (Admin fee: £15)
Tuesday 23 June – Illuminating the Word: Hebrew Manuscripts at the British Library | 2pm – 4pm
Explore the sacred art of Hebrew manuscripts with the curator of the British Library’s Hebrew Collection — where text and image meet across centuries of Jewish creativity in Britain’s treasure house of learning. (Admin fee: £0 – free of charge)
Tuesday 23 June – London by the Sea – an Exploration of Jewish Brighton | 9am – 6pm
Discover Brighton, the vibrant seaside city that has long been a favourite escape for Londoners — and home to a distinctive Jewish story. This full-day excursion traces the rich history of Jewish life on England’s south coast, from early settlement to the thriving Progressive communities of today. Participants will visit key sites of Jewish heritage and explore the city’s lively seafront and cultural landmarks. The day fee includes travel by coach, guided visits, lunch and free time to experience Brighton’s famous pier and promenade. Trip begins in Central London. (Fee: £75)
Wednesday 24 June – Voice and Vision: A Jewish Journey through Parliament | 10am – 12.30pm
Explore the historic Houses of Parliament with MP David Pinto-Duschinsky (Hendon), gaining an insider’s view of how Jewish values and voices have shaped British democracy. As we walk the corridors of power, we will reflect on the ongoing conversation between faith and public service — and how Progressive Judaism continues to contribute to a just and inclusive society. (Admin fee: £15)
Wednesday 24 June – Hidden Treasures: The Cairo Genizah and Jewish Discovery in Cambridge | 9am – 6pm
Spend a day in Cambridge exploring the treasures of Jewish history and thought. At the University Library, encounter fragments from the Cairo Genizah — letters, prayers and everyday writings that open a window into 1,000 years of Jewish life. After lunch at Beth Shalom, Cambridge’s Progressive Synagogue, continue to the Woolf Institute, where scholars and practitioners explore dialogue between faiths in today’s world. Together, these visits trace a journey from ancient texts to contemporary understanding — illuminating how our story continues to unfold. (Trip begins in Central London.) (Fee: £100 includes transport, lunch and all admissions)
Thursday 25 June – Roots and Renewal: A Lay Study Day at Leo Baeck College | 9am – 3.45pm
Spend a day learning at Leo Baeck College, the heart of Progressive Jewish scholarship and rabbinic training in the UK for the past 70 years. Guided by faculty, participants will explore contemporary Jewish thought, text and practice — engaging with the questions that shape our communities today. This study day, with lunch included, offers an opportunity to learn, reflect and connect with the intellectual and spiritual foundations of Progressive Judaism. Our teachers for the day include Rabbi Professor Deborah Kahn-Harris, Rabbi Dr Charles Middleburgh, Dr Keith Kahn-Harris, Rabbi Dr Tali Artman-Partock, Rabbi Robyn Ashworth-Steen, Cantor Sarah Grabiner and College Librarian Cassy Sachar, who will take us on a tour of the beautiful Lily Montagu Reading Room, opened this year. (Fee: £35)