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December in Israel means Christmas and Hanukkah are just around the corner. The weather in Israel in December can be rainy and cold, with temperatures averaging between 6°C (43°F) to 10°C (50°F), so come well-prepared.
December Events in Israel
- December 4th-12th, 2026: Whether you’re celebrating Hanukkah in northern Israel, Jerusalem, or Tel Aviv, don’t miss out on the full experience of Hanukkah in Israel. For instance, there will be many thrilling Hanukkah events in Israel, such as the Holiday of Holidays in Haifa.
- Mid-December 2026 - Dates TBC: Jewish Film Festival in Jerusalem
- Mid-December 2026 - Dates TBC: Light up Tel Aviv festival
- Mid-December 2026 - Dates TBC: Docaviv Negev Documentary Film Festival
- Mid-December-February 2027 - Dates TBC: Local Testimony and World Press Photo Exhibition
- Late December 2026 - Dates TBC: Utopia Science Fiction Festival
- Throughout December 2026: Celebrate the many December holiday celebrations in Israel throughout the month, such as the Winter Lights at the Jerusalem Botanical Gardens
- December 24th, 2026: Celebrate Christmas Eve in Bethlehem in a truly magical way by joining our Christmas Eve in Bethlehem (and Jerusalem) Tour - Midnight Mass
- December 25th, 2026: Experience Christmas in Israel by enjoying the Christmas Market in Nazareth, the Christmas Market in Jerusalem, and the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony. Also, there are several exciting events during Christmas in the Holy Land, Christmas in Nazareth, Christmas in Tel Aviv-Jaffa, Christmas in Jerusalem, and Christmas in Bethlehem
- December 22nd-24th, 2026: Pianos in Jerusalem Festival
- December 31st, 2026: Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Israel at the best New Year’s Eve parties in Tel Aviv and New Year’s Eve parties in Jerusalem
Celebrate the Holiday Season With Tourist Italy
If you’re planning on being in Israel in December, make sure to book one of our Israel Tour Packages to be sure you’re getting the best experience in all the best parts of the country. Including accommodations, tours, transfers, and some meals, your holiday season adventure is in our expert hands.
Both Israel and Italy have great history, architecture, and fascinating ancient pasts. Our sister company - Tourist Italy - is teeming with hidden treasures, day tours, and packages just waiting to be explored. If you find yourself in Italy during the Christmas season, warm up with our Ultimate Coffee Experience Tour in Tuscany. Travel among Tuscany’s finest landscapes, taste the best-brewed espresso, and learn all about Italian coffee culture with a local expert. Florence in the wintertime - like the rest of Tuscany - is a magical place to be.
