Borscht Belt Fest a Smashing Success!

The sweltering heat and an afternoon downpour did not dampen turnout for our inaugural festival, which featured 31 comedians, 5 bands, 1 babka-bakeoff winner and thousands of attendees who packed into our pop-up museum and kvelled over the culinary offerings from dozens of vendors. And we even sold out of borscht! Thanks to those of you who ignored the ominous weather forecast, and a special shout out to the more than 50 volunteers who made it all possible.

Enjoy filmmaker Melody Gilbert’s highlight video from the festival.