There are lots of events in the Galilee and North of Israel – from the city of Haifa to the beautiful rurality of the Galilee, events include a great range of music festivals throughout the year. The region is diverse, and the perfect place for a variety of events. Check out the event calendar below, or the articles beneath it for more information about events in the north and Galilee region.
Events in the North & Galilee
Events in the North & Galilee
Shavuot in Israel: June 4-6, 2022.
Shavuot, which translates to “weeks”, is a celebration to mark the completion of the 7-week Omer counting period following the Passover holidays. Shavuot in Israel is usually celebrated with an abundance of events: music festivals, exhibitions, and family-friendly activities. The holiday falls in May or early June each year, as the weather warms up and... Read More
Annual Christmas Market, Nazareth. December 11, 2021
The Annual Christmas Market in Nazareth will take place December 11, 2021 at Mary’s Well Square, just up the road from the famous Basilica of the Annunciation. The real action begins in the early evening, with a few activities for kids earlier in the afternoon. Nazareth is a magical place and there is so much to... Read More
Sukkot in Safed (Tsfat) 2022
Sukkot in Safed is one of the most inviting times of the year to visit Safed. Local families set up their sukkahs on their porches, rooftops and even along the lanes and alleyways of the main thoroughfares which presents a festive atmosphere of communal celebration. Visitors are often invited to enter these sukkahs and spend... Read More
Elai Botner & the Outside Kids to Perform at the Caesarea Amphitheater in Caesarea, Israel. May 23, 2020
Elai Botner & the Outside Kids will perform at the Caesarea Amphitheater in Israel on May 23, 2020. The concert will begin at 21:00. Tickets start at 114 NIS. Elai Botner is a composer, singer, songwriter, and guitarist who is currently the frontman of the rock group Elai Botner & The Outside Kids. The group... Read More
LP to Perform in Caesarea, Israel. June 28, 2020
LP (Laura Pergolizzi) will perform in Caesarea, Israel on June 28, 2020. The singer and songwriter is best known for her single, “Lost on You.” She has written songs for some of the biggest artists including Cher, Rihanna, the Backstreet Boys, and Celina Dion. The concert will take place at the Caesarea Amphitheater at 21:00.... Read More
So French So Food French Culinary Week in Israel. February 9-13, 2020
The So French So Food French culinary week is returning to Israel from February 9-13. The festival is organized by the French Embassy in Israel and highlights French cuisine at restaurants and bakeries across the country. Chefs in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Haifa, Beersheba, Nazareth, Tibeias, and Zichron Yaacov will be creating special menus that emphasize... Read More
Winter Festival, Western Galilee. December 16-18, 2021
Every year, the towns and villages of the Galilee get together for the Winter Christmas Festival. The Galilee’s annual event will be held this year from December 16-18. The 3 days of festivities are packed with plenty of special events like culinary tours, workshops with chefs, festive dinners, and markets. Since there are a number... Read More
The Dire Straits Experience in Israel. September 11-14, 2019
The Dire Straits Experience will perform in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Haifa, and Beer Sheva Israel from September 11 to 14, 2019. It has been over 20 years since Dire Straits disbanded, but their musical legacy and reputation has only evolved with time. To date, they continue to reach record sales with over 120 million albums... Read More
Kol Hamusica Festival in the Upper Galilee Region, Israel. July 9 – July 16, 2019
The Kol Hamusica Festival will take place in the Upper Galilee Region from July 9 until July 16, 2019. This exciting music festival has been held and celebrated for 35 years in the region. A week-long musical celebration, the festival brings together the best musicians from Israel and abroad, including Amichai Gross (viola), Guy Braunstein... Read More
The 39th Arab Cultural Days Festival in Haifa, Israel. June 13-15, 2019
The 39th Arab Cultural Days Festival will take place in Haifa, Israel from June 13-15, 2019. This is an influential Palestinian-Arab culture festival that promotes art, music, and culture. There will be art exhibitions in Beit Ha’Gefen Gallery, cultural meetings and workshops, the Arab Book Fair and much more. Activities take place throughout the city... Read More
Haifa Wine Festival in Haifa, Israel. June 5-6, 2019
The Haifa Wine Festival will take place in Haifa, Israel from June 5 and June 6, 2019. The Haifa Wine Festival is the largest wine festival to take place in the north, featuring wine, champagne tastings, food stalls offering cheese and deli selections, as well as live music. The event will showcase some 30 local... Read More