This year, the month of October is full of fantastic and illuminating activities to check out while traveling in Israel. The weather is cooling down with coastal temperatures ranging from 24-30°C (75-86°F). In Jerusalem, the forecast is slightly cooler, that of 19-26°C (66-79°F). October brings with it many festive events and a plethora of celebrations, including desert ragers. Read on to find out our recommendations for the best things to do in Israel in October 2023.
Rather than wasting Israel’s national holidays stuck inside a hotel room, you can choose to make the most of your time in Israel by taking a guided tour of the wonders of Jordan. With the slightly cooler weather, this Petra and Wadi Rum tour is perfect. This once-in-a-lifetime tour allows travelers to spend the days when Israeli cities are closed down to experience the beauty of the ancient hidden city of Petra and the breathtaking red desert, Wadi Rum. The best part? Pick-up and drop-off are from Jerusalem or Tel Aviv, and all your transport and accommodation are included in the package. All you need to bring is your backpack and your passport!
Events in Israel in September 2023
- September 26 – October 5, 2023: International Storytelling Festival in Givatayim
- September 28 – October 7: Haifa International Film Festival in Haifa
- September 29 – October 6: Sukkot Festival in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv
- September 30 – October 7: Paprika Festival in Spicy Way Farms
- October 1-4: Akko Festival in Akko
- October 1-5: Be’er Sheva Science Festival in Be’er Sheva
- October 2-6: Tamar Festival: Music festival at the Dead Sea
- October 3-5: Oktoberfest in Tel Aviv
- October 3-5: Abu Gosh Music Festival in Tel Aviv
- October 4 & 7: Bruno Mars Concert in Tel Aviv
- October 4: Jerusalem Sukkot March in Jerusalem
- October 5-7: Jaffa International Kids Theater Festival in Tel Aviv-Yafo
- October 6-7: Simchat Torah
- October 12-14: InDNegev Festival in the Negev Desert
- October 19-21 & 26-28: Open House Jerusalem in Jerusalem
- October 31: Halloween Celebrations in Israel
- Every Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday: Jerusalem city tour
- Every Sunday, Wednesday, and Friday: Tel Aviv food tour
- Every day: Masada, Ein Gedi and Dead Sea tour
Happy holidays!
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Event Date: 31/10/2022