Participation in a Pidyon HaBen Feast During Mourning

Shloshim (30 Days of Mourning)

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Question

I am within the 30 days of mourning for my sister. I have been invited to the Pidyon HaBen feast of a great-grandson in Jerusalem. Am I allowed to participate? Am I allowed to eat at the feast? Thank you in advance.

Answer

Shalom Rav

It is permitted to be present at the location of the mitzvah feast. It is also permitted to drink there.

However, regarding eating there, there are differences in customs:

According to Ashkenazi custom - it is forbidden to eat. According to Sephardic custom - it is permitted to eat.

Source

Rema, Siman 391, Seif 2

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