
Art Events in Israel
Art events and culture in Israel are deeply rooted in literature, poetry, philosophy, mythology and folklore given the historical and religious foundations of the country, grounded in Judiasm, Christianity and Islam. Music, dance, movement, art, theatre, film and cinema all thrive in Israel and the local communities support and foster the art scene through philanthropic donations and a collective awareness, appreciation and deep sense of value of the arts. There are always a plethora of art events in Israel, ranging from small pop-up shops and events to large scale gallery exhibitions, festivals and shows. Here are some of the most recent art events in Israel happening in all cities worth checking out.
Jerusalem Arts and Crafts Fair: Early-Mid August 2026
The Jerusalem Arts and Crafts Fair (Hutzot Hayotzer Festival) takes place annually in mid-August. The fair brings top singers and artists from across the globe together to showcase their work in performances and exhibits, as well as popular children’s shows. Painters, sculptors, and jewelers represent continents from around the world, including Central and South America,... Read More
Jerusalem Festival of Light: Mid-June 2026
The Jerusalem Festival of Light has become an annual event in which the Old City of Jerusalem is brought to light. Dramatic light-ups of the ancient architecture of the Old City, as well as the installation of light statues, performances, and pieces of museum artwork conceived by some of the leading light artists from Israel... Read More
Open House Tel Aviv: May 7th-9th, 2026
Open House Tel Aviv is an annual event in which, along with 50 other cities worldwide, Tel Aviv opens some of its most architecturally and historically notable private buildings to the public. In 2026, 140 usually private spaces will open up to the public from May 7th to May 9th. These include a range of... Read More
Loving Art Making Art Tel Aviv: Mid-September 2026
Loving Art Making Art in Tel Aviv is an annual event that demonstrates Tel Aviv’s love for art and creativity. This festival aims to kick off the new art exhibition season and sees many of the city’s galleries, museums, artist studios, and general exhibition spaces open their doors to the public for free. In addition,... Read More
