Abu Gosh Music Festival: Mid-October 2026

The Abu Gosh Music Festival takes place twice annually in the village of Abu Gosh, tucked amidst the Jerusalem Hills. This exhilarating event is one of Israel’s largest vocal music festivals, taking place during Sukkot in Israel and Shavuot in Israel. This year, the Abu Gosh Music Festival will take place in Abu Ghosh and in Tel Aviv.

Founded in 1992, this festival centered around two churches in the village of Abu Gosh. The first, the Crusader-Benedictine Church, was built in the 12th century and is located in the heart of the village. The second, Kiryat Ye’arim Church, is situated on a hill overlooking Abu Gosh and the stunning surrounding landscape of the Jerusalem Hills.

We highly suggest keeping an eye out for updates, as the Abu Gosh Music Festival is a must-see event, and you should purchase your tickets as soon as possible.

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