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Festivals in Israel
Festivals in Israel follow a diverse and comprehensive annual calendar. Pretty well whatever your interest, there’s a festival in Israel that will appeal directly - whether it is in the middle of the desert or the center of the urban metropolis of Tel Aviv. From religious celebrations and holiday festivities, cultural festivals and music festivals, there are endless festivals in Israel happening year round and attracting both locals and tourists. Here are some upcoming and past festivals in Israel worth checking out.
Jerusalem Oud Festival: Mid-November 2026
The Jerusalem Oud Festival is one of the most unusual cultural initiatives in Jerusalem. This incredible event enriches the city’s cultural scene every year with new sounds of distant cultures. It deepens our sense of familiar sounds and protects sounds on the verge of disappearing. The Jerusalem Oud Festival is a unique celebration of cultural... Read More
Formula Jerusalem. October, 2014
Formula Jerusalem returns in October 2014. A race circuit built through the heart of Jerusalem will see a range of spectacular motor-racing vehicles ranging from Formula 1 to Nascar, Le Mans endurance cars, to Formula 3 cars, as well as classics and stunt car displays, in two days of performances on October 6 and 7, 2014. The exhibition... Read More
Mimouna in Israel: April 28th-29th, 2027
Mimouna is a festival originally celebrated by Moroccan Jews that has since become a part of mainstream Israeli culture. Held annually at the conclusion of Passover, Mimouna in Israel is a joyous feast following a period in which many foods are prohibited. This exciting tradition takes place in 2027 from April 28th to 29th. Mimouna... Read More
Free Passover Museums & Sites 2027
Every Passover, Bank Hapoalim sponsors free entrance to over 40 museums, national parks, and heritage sites in Israel as part of their social program. The sites include some of the biggest and most famous museums in Israel, as well as many other beautiful areas of Israel and smaller museums. The free Passover entries are incredibly... Read More
Valentine’s Day in Israel 2027
Valentine’s Day in Israel is not the same kind of celebration as it is in North America and Europe; however, it has gained popularity and is celebrated more in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem with a variety of parties, concerts, and special romantic dinners on February 14, 2027. In Israel, there is another day that celebrates... Read More
Hula Valley Bird Festival: November 15-19, 2026
The Hula Valley Bird Festival is a spectacular annual event that takes place every winter, offering a unique opportunity to witness one of the world’s most significant bird migrations. The Hula Valley serves as a vital stopover for birds migrating south, making it an essential destination for both birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. In 2025, the... Read More
Lag BaOmer in Mount Meron
Mount Meron is the most interesting place to celebrate Lag BaOmer. The mountain, in the Western Galilee region near Safed, is the location of the tomb of Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai (Rashbi). This site draws tens of thousands of religious Jews from across Israel and beyond who make the annual pilgrimage there lighting bonfires on... Read More
Free Opera in the Park in Tel Aviv: September, 2027 (Dates TBC)
Tel Aviv hosts an annual opera in the park performance every July in the beautiful Yarkon Park in the north of the city. The 2011 opera will take place on Thursday July 19 at 9pm and will be a special outdoor performance of Mozart's Magic Flute. Entrance is, of course free, and seating is on the grass so be sure to get there a little early, bring a blanket, and have a great evening. Read More
International Chamber Music Festival: Early September 2027 (Dates TBC)
The 14th annual Jerusalem International Chamber Music Festival will showcase works by world-renowned composers Gustav Mahler and Franz Liszt, as well as performances by flutist Emmanuel Pahud and Israeli musicians Guy Graunstein and Zvi Plesser at the Mary Nathaniel Hall in the Jerusalem YMCA. The festival takes place September 3-16, 2011, and will also include a special concert series highlighting the works of composers who survived the Holocaust. Read More
