Festival

The best end-of-summer events across Israel

With one week left of summer break, explore the best free and budget-friendly events, parks, and outdoor screenings across Israel for the final stretch.

A Summer Camp for One Family.
Late poet Amir Gilboa’s rich oeuvre is celebrated at the festival.

Metula's Israeli Poets’ Festival returns to Jerusalem with all disciplinary guns blazing

The price for a night in a pipe ranges from NIS 490 to NIS 590. Naot Farm

August with the kids: When the desert comes alive after the sun disappears

Yalla Galil Festival.

North awakens: 7,000 attend opening of Summer Festival in the Galilee


45th Acco Festival kicks off with dynamic line-up of performances

Held in the historic alleys and courtyards of Old Acre, the festival offers a dynamic lineup of dozens of original productions.

Acco Festival

Series of free events to be experienced at 'Live at the Lake Festival' in Israel's North

A blend of music, food, and culture, the two-day event on April 16 and 17 will feature afternoon children’s shows and evening concerts.

 MONFORT LAKE in Ma’alot-Tarshiha.

From ice baths to yoga classes: Everything to expect at Israel's largest wellness festival

Three movement areas, 50 health booths, and a free alternative therapy zone: Wellfest returns for its fifth year at Kfar Maccabiah. The event will take place on May 29-30.

 Wellfest

Postponed by war, Acre Fringe Festival to highlight resilience and art

Israel’s Acre Fringe Festival is back this April with bold, thought-provoking performances.

 ‘EVERYTHING REMAINS Alive’ offers a poignant and touching exploration of post-traumatic stress disorder through the eyes of a loving wife.

Ashdod to launch Meridiano festival, celebrating music, theater, cinema

The festival, taking place June 14-22, will be spread across the city, with venues including the 7,000-seat Ashdod Amphitheater and the 1,000-seat Ashdod Performing Arts Center.

 SPANISH FLAMENCO guitarist El Amir will be one of the main attractions.

Ninth annual Bach Festival kicks off throughout Israel

The ninth edition takes place March 17-24, opening at the YMCA in Jerusalem (March 17, 7 p.m.) before moving on to Rehovot, Haifa, and Tel Aviv.

  British conductor Andrew Parrott

A celebration of colors and magic: Why visiting Bulgaria in March?

Red-and-white decorations, ancient rituals, and unique traditions: The surprising reason that makes Bulgaria a perfect spring destination—plus, where to celebrate Baba Marta in Israel.

 The Presidential Palace in Sofia

From retro comebacks to Netflix hits: The costumes taking over this year

Purim 2025 brings variety: From IDF soldier costumes and animated characters to classics and gaming-inspired outfits, all set to shine in the annual carnival.

 Yamam fighter costume, price: NIS 49.90, Max Stock

Purple south: The first lupine celebration in Gedera kicks off

In celebration of its 140th anniversary, Gedera invites you to explore purple blossoms, heritage sites, and history with three Fridays of tours, photography workshops, and family activities.

 Lupines

Meditation and kiddush: A festival of wellness and Israeli Shabbat

From yoga to Shabbat: We explored the Fit&Soul festival by Shabtava, blending wellness and Jewish tradition, with performances by David D'Or and Avri Gilad, and lectures by Prof. Rafi Carasso.

 Dead Sea