There are events in Jerusalem to cater for every taste including a huge number of cultural festivals throughout the year. From art exhibitions to street fairs, concerts, pop-up events and much more, there are endless opportunities for events in Jerusalem. Many events are family-oriented and showcase the city of Jerusalem in new and exciting ways. Check out the events calendar below or the articles beneath it for more information about events in Jerusalem.
Events in Jerusalem
Winter Noize Festival, Jerusalem. Mondays in February, 2018
The “Winter Noize” (Sheon Horef) festival returns to Jerusalem this year promising another lively and colorful celebration of Israeli modern culture. Hosting an array of music concerts, dance shows, art exhibitions, film screenings, poetry readings and cooking classes the festival lights up the city and warms up the souls of its inhabitants during the coldest,... Read More
Jerusalem Wine Festival. September 9-19, 2019
The Jerusalem Wine Festival will return to Jerusalem in September 2019. The largest Israel wine festival, the Jerusalem Wine Festival features an amazing selection of the best Israeli wines, as well as food stalls, live performances, and more, drawing wine lovers and those who are just interested from Jerusalem and far beyond! The Jerusalem Wine... Read More
Jerusalem Biennale for Contemporary Jewish Art. September 24-November 5, 2015
The 2nd Jerusalem Biennale for Contemporary Jewish Art will take place from September 24-November 5, 2015 in Israel. The event will showcase nearly 200 Israeli and international professional artists in 10 exhibitions across the city. There will be curators and artists with different approaches, from secular to ultra-Orthodox to non-Jewish beliefs, all coming together within the... Read More
Jerusalem Season of Culture. July 27-September 4 2015
The Jerusalem Season of Culture is a cultural festival running each summer in Jerusalem. One of the best annual events in Jerusalem, the city hosts a series of riveting artistic experiences spanning the worlds of dance, music, poetry, art, performance, and more. The Jerusalem Season of Culture is modeled on other prominent international cultural festivals around the world and highlights the city's diverse and flourishing art scene. The festival is set to be spectacular featuring performances from world-renowned acts. In 2012, the Jerusalem Season of Culture will run between June 20 to September 8. Read More
Nylon White Night at the Tower of David, Jerusalem. August 16, 2017
Jerusalem’s Tower of David will host a White Night of music, art, and design in the largest event of its kind in Israel, in August 2017. The Nylon White Night, at its third edition, will transform the unique nighttime setting of the Tower of David, at the Jaffa Gate of the Old City, into an art... Read More
Street Party in Jerusalem with Astrix and Electric Universe. July 3, 2015
A massive street party will take place in the streets of Jerusalem. Featuring two of Israel’s hottest trance acts, the rave will take over two streets in the heart of the city: Ben Yehuda, and Herbert Samuel. ‘Astrix’ are pioneers in the Israeli trance scene, whilst ‘Electric Universe’ are veterans on the scene and will be flying in... Read More
Yom Haatzmaut in Jerusalem 2020
Yom Haatzmaut in Jerusalem is a time full of events across the city. Major parties take place on the evening of Independence Day. Celebratory events in Jerusalem normally begin on the eve of the holiday. Fireworks in Independence Park light up the sky. See also our page about Yom Haatzmaut in Israel and Independence Day... Read More
Rhythm Of The Dance in Israel. February 4-15, 2015
The Irish National Dance Company bring the internationally acclaimed show, Rhythm of the Dance, to Israel, for a series of performances in February 2015. Critically acclaimed, and globally toured, this exciting and energetic performance presents two hours of high energy traditional Irish dance live music and incredible insight into Irish culture. The Rhythm of the Dance will tour... Read More
Best New Year’s Eve Parties in Jerusalem for 2020-2021
The best New Year’s Eve parties in Jerusalem can be hard to find. Not as widely celebrated in Israel as worldwide, New Year’s Eve parties do still exist in Jerusalem, and with some insider knowledge, you can find the best. Here is our guide to the best New Year’s Eve parties in Jerusalem for 2019-2020.... Read More
Jazz Globus Festival, Jerusalem. November 26-December 2, 2014
The International Jazz Globus Festival will return to Jerusalem in the winter of 2014. The festival will bring with it to Jerusalem over 70 jazz musicians from Israel and around the world who will perform a spectrum of jazz at concerts during the festival. The Jazz Globus Festival in Jerusalem will take place between November... Read More
Made in the City Festival, Jerusalem, November, 2014
An innovative cultural festival will take place in Jerusalem during November. Featuring a series of interesting events, the festival will take place across three weeks and feature music, art, performance, and food, from a diverse array of local talents. The festival runs throughout the month of November 2014 and highlights can be found below. Just Singing... Read More