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
Haifa International Film Festival: October 8-17, 2022
The Haifa International Film Festival was the first international film festival in Israel and still takes place every year in the city of Haifa. The 2022 Haifa International Film Festival is now at its 38th edition and will take place between October 8-17. Ever since the first event in 1983, the Haifa Film Festival has grown in... Read More
Akko Fringe Festival in Akko, Israel: October 11-14, 2022
The Akko Festival takes place every year in Akko on Israel’s Northern Coastline. In 2022, the festival will take place between October 11-14. The Fringe Theater Festival takes place among the Crusader ruins and beachfront promenades of the Old City of Akko for four days during the Jewish festival of Sukkot and features tens... Read More
Sukkot in the North of Israel 2022
Sukkot in the North of Israel and the Galilee marks the end of summer and the start of the winter months, and a final rush of great events take place before the weather changes. Many nature-oriented and family-friendly festivals will take place during Sukkot in the Galilee and the North. This year Sukkot is 9-16... Read More
Sukkot in Safed (Tsfat) 2022
Sukkot in Safed (Also spelled Tsfat or Tzfat) 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. The small town is alive... Read More
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
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