Welcome to the Passover Minisite
This is your complete guide to Passover 2026 with Chabad S. Pedro — the story of the Exodus, the meaning of the Seder, what's on the plate, and our big community event.
Whether this is your first Seder or your fiftieth, we are so glad you are here. Everyone is welcome. No one will be turned away due to a lack of funds.
Adults $45 • Children $25 • No one turned away due to a lack of funds
The Passover Seder
A 15-step ritual journey that retells the Exodus story — through food, prayer, song, and conversation
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The HaggadahThe word Haggadah means “telling.” It is the book that guides us through all 15 steps of the Seder — from the opening Kiddush to the closing songs. At our Seder, we provide Haggadahs and walk through it together. |
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The Seder PlateSix symbolic items sit at the center of the table, each representing a different aspect of the Exodus story. Every item is tasted or referenced at specific moments during the Seder. See the full guide below. |
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Wine & the Four CupsWe drink four cups of wine throughout the Seder — each corresponding to one of G‑d's four expressions of redemption in the Torah. Grape juice is always available for those who prefer it. |
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The Four QuestionsThe youngest child at the table asks Mah Nishtanah — “Why is this night different from all other nights?” — and the entire Seder is the answer. It is one of the most beloved moments of the evening. |
The Seder Plate
Each of the six items on the Seder plate tells a different chapter of the Exodus story. Here is what each one means.
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Maror / Bitter HerbsHorseradish or bitter lettuce representing the bitterness and harshness of slavery in Egypt. We taste it to remember. |
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Charoset / Sweet PasteA sweet mixture of apples, nuts, and wine symbolizing the mortar used by Jewish slaves to build Pharaoh's cities. |
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Karpas / VegetableParsley or potato dipped in salt water — the salt water evokes tears shed in slavery; the green vegetable represents spring and hope. |
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Zeroa / ShankboneA roasted bone symbolizing the Paschal lamb offered as a sacrifice in the Holy Temple in Jerusalem. |
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Beitzah / EggA hard-boiled egg representing the festival offering brought to the Temple — and a symbol of rebirth and renewal. |
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Chazeret / Bitter LettuceRomaine lettuce used as a second bitter herb, especially for the Hillel Sandwich — matzah, maror, and charoset together. |
The Heart of Passover
The ideas beneath the celebration
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01 — Freedom
The True Meaning of FreedomThe Passover story transcends history. True freedom is not merely the absence of chains — it is the presence of purpose. The Exodus is a guide for personal liberation in our own lives, every year. Read on Chabad.org → |
02 — Matzah
The Bread of Affliction & RedemptionMatzah is called both “the bread of affliction” and the bread of redemption — the same simple flatbread holds both meanings at once. It is the paradox at the heart of the Passover story. Read on Chabad.org → |
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03 — Why Tell the Story?
Why We Celebrate the Exodus TodayThe Torah commands not just to remember the Exodus but to experience it — “In every generation, each person is obligated to see themselves as if they personally left Egypt.” The Seder makes it personal. Read on Chabad.org → |
04 — The Haggadah
15 Stories for Your Seder TableThe Haggadah Companion offers 15 short, rich explanations and stories — one for each step of the Seder — perfect for sharing at the table and sparking real conversation. Haggadah Tidbits → |
Passover Recipes
Passover cuisine has unique dietary laws — no bread, no leavening — but the table is anything but plain
Charoset — 4 Ways
Charoset is the sweet paste on the Seder plate symbolizing the mortar of slavery — but it tastes nothing like it. The classic Ashkenazi version blends apples, walnuts, sweet wine, and cinnamon. Sephardic versions use dates, figs, or pomegranate. All four variations from Chabad.org are simple, delicious, and ready in minutes.
Get all 4 recipes →Matzah Ball Soup
The perfect matzah ball — light, fluffy, and rich with flavor — is an art form. This foolproof recipe from Chabad.org has been tested and loved at thousands of Seder tables.
Get recipe →Molten Chocolate Cake
Flourless, rich, and extraordinary — proof that Passover desserts can be genuinely spectacular. Warm chocolate center, crisp outside. A showstopper for the Seder table.
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Video — 5 Min
What Is Passover?A concise video primer covering the essential rituals, historical context, and meaning of Passover. Perfect for sharing before the Seder. Watch on Chabad.org → |
Video Guide
The Seder Made SimpleAn easy-to-follow video walkthrough of the entire Seder — perfect for first-timers or anyone who wants a clear preview of the evening. Watch on Chabad.org → |
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Kids & Family
Beshalach Parshah ReportA catchy, humorous rap song retelling the miracles of the Exodus. An instant family favorite and perfect Seder table warm-up. Watch on Chabad.org → |
Step by Step
The Seder: A PictorialA visual “Seder at a Glance” guide illustrating all 15 steps — a great printout to keep at the table throughout the evening. View on Chabad.org → |
Event Details
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Date
Wednesday, April 1
First night of Passover 2026
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Time
6:45 PM
Please arrive on time — the Seder has an order!
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Location
Chabad S. Pedro
817 W 9th Street, San Pedro, CA 90731
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What's Included
Full Seder Experience
Meaningful & interactive Seder
Gourmet catered Passover cuisine Warm community atmosphere |
Pricing
Adults $45 • Children $25
* No one will be turned away due to a lack of funds
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Contact
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Seats are limited. Register early to secure your place at the table.