What is Panama Kosher Fest?
Panama Kosher Fest is a full-day celebration bringing together Jewish families from across North America for an immersive experience of culture, community, and cuisine in beautiful Panama City.
Full Day Experience
2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Eight hours of non-stop activities and entertainment
Indoor Comfort
Air-conditioned venue
Renaissance Hotel Panama City
Family Focused
Activities for ages 2-100
Something special for everyone
Ages 2-10
MINI ZONES
A magical world designed especially for our youngest guests
- Interactive games and activities
- Professional puppet shows
- Arts & crafts stations
- Face painting and balloon artists
- Supervised play areas with trained staff
- Age-appropriate snacks and refreshments
Ages 11-17
TEEN SPOT
A dedicated space where teens can connect, compete, and have fun
- Karaoke competitions with prizes
- Team trivia challenges
- Escape room experiences
- Gaming tournaments (console & board games)
- Photo booth with props
- Teen lounge with comfortable seating
All Ages
KOSHER MARKETPLACE
Discover, taste, and shop from the finest kosher vendors
- 30+ vendor booths featuring local and international products
- Product tastings throughout the day
- Marketplace scavenger hunt with prizes
- $50 market credit included with every pass
- Exclusive festival discounts
- Meet the makers and producers
Cultural
ART & HERITAGE
Celebrating the rich fusion of Panama-Jewish culture and history
- Panama-Jewish heritage exhibitions
- Traditional art displays and demonstrations
- Panama coffee tasting experience
- Cultural seminars throughout the day
- Historical presentations and storytelling
- Local artisan crafts and workshops
Women's Program
COMMUNITY CHALLAH BAKE
A meaningful and joyful experience bringing women together
- Guided challah baking with expert instructors
- Meaningful discussions and teachings
- Braiding techniques and traditions
- Take home your fresh-baked challah
- Community building and networking
- All ingredients and supplies provided
Professionals
BUSINESS CONNECT
Professional networking in a relaxed, comfortable environment
- Dedicated business networking lounge
- Meet professionals from across North America
- Comfortable seating and refreshments
- Business card exchange opportunities
- Industry-focused meetup sessions
- Panama business opportunities discussions
Afternoon activities
