From a soulful night of live music and Jewish desserts to an acclaimed international film premiere and a thought-provoking streaming experience, this year’s festival invites you to reconnect with tradition in fresh and unexpected ways.
Whether you’re already a Yiddish enthusiast or simply curious about its vibrant revival, these events promise to entertain, educate, and inspire.
An unforgettable reception with mocktails and cultural desserts at the Sigal Music Museum, featuring live music by Zoe & Cloyd followed by a screening of the short documentary Days Between Rest.
The South Carolina premiere of Welcome to Yiddishland, the acclaimed documentary exploring the global revival of Yiddish culture.
A first-of-its-kind streaming presentation of The Muses of Bashevis Singer, serving as the grand finale film of our three‑day festival.
Through storytelling, music, cuisine, comedy, and history, our films invite audiences to experience culture, spark conversation, and discover the ties that bind us all—respect, love, and humanity.
By showcasing meaningful, thought-provoking works, we aim to strengthen Greenville’s cultural fabric, promote diversity, and elevate our city as a vibrant place to live, gather, and grow.
Founded in 2018, GJFF began with a vision: to bring people together through the universal language of film. Today, that vision lives on in every event we create — including SummerFest.
Jackie Bechek
Nan Birnbaum
Nancy Fitzer
Sandra Foy
Dr. Steve Gold & Susan Farber
Patrice Goldberg
Irwin Goldberg
Dale & Ellen Goldman
Rich & Pia Gordon
Roger Hiller
Sara Hoffman
Marlene Hutcher
Stuart & Gloria Jones
Pam & Jay Kaplan
Debbie & Joe Kasle
Thomas & Sandra Kester
Lynda Kimak
Jeremy Kröber
Arthur Lebowitz
Pamela & Gerald Levy
Michelle Liggett
J Monday
Jimi Moore
Mary Ellen Muldoon
Peggy Nielson
Lynn Rahn
Michael Runkle
Barbara Siegel
Andrew Skinner
John & Susan Stewart
Dr. Richard & Berry Zander
