From Rosh Hashana to Passover, Yom Ha’atzmaut and Purim, the Jewish calendar is filled with holidays and celebrations resulting in endless Jewish festivals in Israel. Across the country, north to south, each holiday brings unique traditions and customs which are celebrated in a variety of ways. Jewish Festivals in Israel are celebrated in street fairs, markets, bazaars, concerts, events, workshops, family-friendly happenings. Celebrating the holidays through Jewish Festivals in Israel is one of the highlights of visiting during holiday seasons, most specifically during Passover, Rosh Hashanah and Hanukkah. Here are some of the upcoming Jewish Festivals bringing both locals and tourists together in a time of celebration.

Jewish Festivals in Israel
Jewish Festivals in Israel

Selichot in Jerusalem, Israel
During the High Holidays in Israel, it’s a marvelous time to experience the richness of the Holy Land’s history and heritage. The Jewish prayers of Selichot – a collection of penitential passages and psalms – are said in the days leading up to the High Holidays. This year, Rosh Hashana – the Jewish New Year... Read More
Passover in Jerusalem 2024
Passover in Jerusalem (Pesach in Jerusalem) is one of the busiest times in the city with loads of special things to do for Passover. Thousands of tourists come to celebrate the significance of the words Jews say, “next year in Jerusalem”. This year in Jerusalem, Passover falls between April 22 and April 29, 2024. School... Read More
Passover in Israel 2024
Passover in Israel is one of the busiest times of the year when it comes to visitors and events. Passover is an important event in the Jewish calendar and is marked across Israel. The first and last days of Passover are public holidays in Israel. The intermediate days are popular times for families to take... Read More
Purim in Israel: March 23-24, 2024
Purim is one of the most widely popular festivals in Israel. It’s a time when the whole country comes together to celebrate, from religious Jews in Jerusalem to secular Tel Avivians. The festive spirit goes far beyond its original religious roots. Countless Purim street parties with carnival atmospheres take place in almost every city, town, and village... Read More
Things to do in Israel in November 2023
November in Israel usually marks the beginning of the country’s cultural season, with mild winter weather to match. However, given the circumstances, there won’t be any events or festivals held in Israel in November. You can take a look at previous events and activities that have made Israel one of the most vibrant countries in... Read More
Hanukkah Events in Israel, 2023
Hanukkah in Israel is a magical time. There are events happening all over the country, schools are on holiday, and families are busy exploring the country and celebrating the ‘festival of light’. This year, in 2023, Hanukkah will begin on December 7th and continue for 8 nights until the 15th December. Hanukkah is the festival... Read More
Hanukkah in Tel Aviv, 2023
Tel Aviv is always a great place to be, but Hanukkah in Tel Aviv is even better. Where else in the world can you find an array of sufganiyot being freshly baked in practically every bakeshop, a multitude of menorah lightings to attend, and festive theatrical shows for the kids who are on break? The... Read More
Hanukkah in Israel
Hanukkah in Israel is an important and iconic festival, widely celebrated and marked by many symbolic events, customs and, of course, food. Though the spelling is very much contested – Hanuka, Chanukah, Hannukah are all acceptable options – it’s a time that everyone in Israel comes together to celebrate. The Festival of Light is an... Read More
Sukkot in Jerusalem 2023
Sukkot in Jerusalem is one of the most special times to visit the holy city. This is one of the busiest times in Jerusalem for events, when kids are off school and thousands of tourists head to the city from around the world. This year’s Sukkot festival is from September 29th – October 6th, 2023.... Read More
Sukkot in Israel: September 29 – October 6, 2023
Sukkot is a celebratory Jewish festival which occurs in fall every year and is part of the High Holiday season. Just like Passover, Sukkot is one of two week-long festivals celebrated in Israel. It’s a truly unique time to be visiting Israel. The first and last days of Sukkot are national holidays when most businesses... Read More
Sukkot in the Negev & the Dead Sea 2023
Numerous events take place during Sukkot in the Negev and the Dead Sea region of southern Israel. The cool weather makes the desert beautifully bearable and draws thousands of families from across Israel to take advantage. This year Sukkot is September 29th – October 6th 2023. Check back later to see 2023’s Sukkot events. In... Read More